“I had never been exposed to a country where wine was so profoundly woven into customs and daily life.”
Alice Feiring
For the Love of Wine: My Odyssey through the World’s Most Ancient Wine Culture (2016)

Events

14th Annual Conference of the American Association of Wine Economists (AAWE)

August 24, 2022

The 14th Annual Conference of the American Association of Wine Economists (AAWE) will be held in Tbilisi, Georgia  (August 24-28, 2022), hosted by Tbilisi State University and supported by the…

“New Wine Festival 2021”

November 27, 2021

“New Wine Festival 2021” will be held on November 27. The festival will be hosted in it’s traditional location at Mtatsminda Park in Tbilisi, Georgia. As always, attendance is free and participants are encouraged to get vaccinated and wear a mask while…

GHVINO FORUM 2021: Geography, History, Economy, and Politics of Wines in Georgia and Beyond

November 9, 2021

Ghvino Forum is a celebration of 8000 years of living wine culture in Georgia, where the origins of wine, uninterrupted Qvevri wine-making tradition and unique varietal distinctiveness evolved into the elegance of modern-day winemaking. Full conference…

New York City: Georgian Wine Trade & Media Tasting: Monday, October 18th

October 18, 2021

Join us for a walk-around tasting from 40+ Georgian wineries already in the market and 30+ wineries with 116 Georgian wines) yet to be discovered on  Monday, October 18th from 11:00am to 3:00pm EST at Chama Mama in Chelsea (149 West 14th Street, New Yo…

San Francisco: Georgian Wine Tasting: Trade & Media: Wednesday, October 6th

October 6, 2021

Join us for a walk-around tasting from 40+ Georgian wineries already in the market and 30+ wineries yet to be discovered on Wednesday, October 6th from 11:00am to 3:00pm PST at The Consulate General of Georgia, 930 Montgomery S…

Washington DC: Georgian Wine Tasting: Trade & Media: Monday, September 27th

September 27, 2021

Join us for a walk-around tasting from 40+ Georgian wineries already in the market and 30+ wineries yet to be discovered on Monday, September 27 from 11:00am to 3:00pm at Maydan in Washington DC.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet producers…

Terraneo Merchants: Nomadic Portfolio Tasting

September 13, 2021

A tasting of Tchotiashvili, Doremi and Vartsikhe Marani on Septmeber 13th in the covered back garden of Strangeways, Brooklyn. Open to trade only. RSVP: [email protected]

Wines of Georgia: Beyond Natural & Niche

August 26, 2021

Our virtual class on Georgian wines took place: Thursday, August 26, 2021 Webinar via Zoom Complete Presentation and Recordings are Now Available Below. This Wines of Georgia class was designed to be a deep dive into the past and present of Georgia’s v…

Georgian Wines 201

Georgian Wines 201: “Deep Dive into the West”

May 26, 2021

Wednesday, May 26, 2021 Webinar via Zoom Georgian Wines 201 offered a deep dive into three distinct macro-terroirs and attendant winemaking styles in the western Georgia. 9:00AM PST / 12:00PM EST / 8:00PM Tbilisi Beginning in the upper reaches of Imere…

Georgian Wine 101

Georgian Wines 101

November 19, 2020

Ancestral grapes. Ancient techniques. Modern tools. Revolutionary wines. Thursday, November 19, 2020 9:00AM PST / 12:00PM EST / 8:00PM Tbilisi Wines of Georgia will be producing a three-part series of virtual classes and tastings focused on the iconic…

Georgian Wine and Food Tour

October 21, 2023

Discover the Unique Flavors and Culture of the Country of Georgia October 21 | 5 p.m. The Georgian Wine Association and the Consulate General of Georgia in San Francisco, with financial support of USAID, present an exciting tour of regional wine and fo…

“New Wine Festival 2021”

November 27, 2021

“New Wine Festival 2021” will be held on November 27. The festival will be hosted in it’s traditional location at Mtatsminda Park in Tbilisi, Georgia. As always, attendance is free and participants are encouraged to get vaccinated and wear a mask while…

NYC Georgian Consumer Wine Tasting: Monday October 18th

October 18, 2021

Join us for a walk-around tasting from 40+ Georgian wineries already in the market and 30+ wineries yet to be discovered on Monday, October 18th from 5:00pm to 9:00pm EST at Chama Mama in Chelsea (149 West 14th Street, New York, NY 10011, USA). Tickets…

Terroir Presents: The Wines of the Newest Wine Land to Hit the Wine Big Time, GEORGIA.

September 28, 2021

the newest wine land…uhmmmm, lest we forget, maybe it was actually Noah and his crew who actuallyfirst planted this land with vines after the Great Flood. Further truth being told, it was the very first thing Noak did after the ark came upon dry land…

Georgian Wine 101

Georgian Wines 101

November 19, 2020

Ancestral grapes. Ancient techniques. Modern tools. Revolutionary wines. Thursday, November 19, 2020 9:00AM PST / 12:00PM EST / 8:00PM Tbilisi Wines of Georgia will be producing a three-part series of virtual classes and tastings focused on the iconic…

Ghvino Forum 2020 “The Science of Wine”

November 11, 2020

The America Georgia Business Council and the National Wine Agency present the 3rd Annual Ghvino Forum – “The Science of Wine” on November 11, 2020. Conference begins at 11:00AM EST via Zoom. Topics and speakers are listed below. To register, go to www.…

A Tasting of Georgian Wines

March 2, 2020

Welcome to a tasting of the finest wines from Georgian winemakers! Over 35 local wineries from Georgia will be represented and guests will have the opportunity to meet the producers and deepen their knowledge of the nation’s rich wine traditions. New Y…

A Tasting of Georgian Wines- Trade and Media

March 2, 2020

Please join us for a walk-around tasting with over 35+ Georgian wineries showcasing over 140 wines on Monday, March 2 from 4:00 – 6:00pm.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet producers and deepen their knowledge of one of the most dynamic (an…

Amerimeri Regional Festival

December 14, 2019

Welcome to the third annual Festival Amerimeri! Up to 70 small wine cellars and members of the Natural Wine Association are taking part in the festival, offering their wine from the various regions of Georgia to guests. Guests of Amerimeri will have th…

Evening Meet and Greet of Georgian Winemakers

November 3, 2019

Come to Tabula Rasa Bar and meet the Georgian winemakers! Connect with their vibrant work and learn about the revival of the natural wine in Georgia. Los Angeles, California November 3

Raw Wine: Los Angeles, CA

November 3, 2019

RAW WINE is leading the charge for transparency. We believe that in an ideal wine world any processing and additives will be clearly communicated to the drinker so that you know exactly what is in your glass. We are proud to be leading the way. Ticketi…

A Guide to Natural Wine with Alice Feiring

October 30, 2019

Wine has never been more integrated into our culture than this very moment. And the wine that has ignited this passion is referred to as natural. While the baby boomers kicked off this revolution in the 1980’s, they are now fervently joined by millenni…

“Amber Revolution” continues in DC with multiple events

October 30, 2019

Celebrate one of Georgia’s most iconic wine styles and visit the top DC restaurants featuring the many styles of Amber wines. Enjoy a diverse selection of Amber wines and celebrate the winemakers who work to uphold the legacy of traditional Georgian wi…

Raw Wine: Miami, FL

October 30, 2019

RAW WINE is a celebration of some of the best wine talent in the world. They produce natural, organic and biodynamic wines, all with few additives in the cellar. They are pure, kind to the planet, very much better. All the artisans who expect…

Presentation at RAW by Iago Bitarishvili and Taylor Parsons: “How and Why Wines in Qvevri Develop Differently To Wines Made in Other Vessels”

October 28, 2019

Join iconic Georgian winemaker, Iago Bitarishvilli while Taylor Parsons (who has been traveling to Georgia for the last four years, tasting and assessing every wine he can get his hands on) peppers Iago with the questions that both uphold and challenge…

Saperavi And Qvevri Wine Festival-Ghvino Forum of America: Boston, MA

October 27, 2019

Join a Georgian Wine Festival focusing on the Saperavi grape variety and Qvevri wines. Saperavi is an indigenous grape variety native to the country of Georgia and is one of the few grape varieties in the world that has tinted flesh. Saperavi literally…

Ghvino Forum of America, 2019: Boston, MA

October 27, 2019

We’ll be bringing back Ghvino Forum and its academic conference, along with several events to celebrate the living history of Georgian wines – this time in Boston – mark your calendar. Please Register HERE Harvard UniversityBoston, MAOctober 27-29…

Raw Wine: New York, NY

October 27, 2019

RAW WINE is committed to empowering all wine drinkers through real, informed choice. RAW WINE is unprocessed. It is about truth, authenticity and frank wine talking, but most of all it’s about showcasing really good wine. RAW WINE welcomes the wine and…

Peripheral Wine Festival: Hudson, NY

October 26, 2019

Peripheral Natural Wine Festival is the Hudson Valley’s only natural wine festival. Every fall we invite the country’s top natural wine importers to join us with their premier winemakers for a wine soaked gathering that includes delicious food from our…

Georgian Supra-A Peripheral Pre-Party Dinner: Hudson, NY

October 25, 2019

Georgian Supra: A Peripheral Pre-Party Dinner at BackBar on Friday, October 25th. Join us for a procession of Georgian style grilled treats with copious amounts of natural wine. The Supra will be lead by Zakary Pelaccio and a Georgian Tamada (toastmast…

The Oldest Wine World: Exploring the Wines of Georgia

October 8, 2019

Twin Cities Wine Education is proud to present a new class on a very old region! Join us for a special night of learning about and tasting these incredible wines, newly available to the state of Minnesota. We’ll begin with a comprehensive history of th…

Qvevri Celebration: Washington, DC

October 4, 2019

Have You Noticed A Qvevri By The Embassy?You’re Invited To JOIN US For A Qvevri Opening And A Georgian Wine CelebrationTicketing Details to be announced. Washington, DCOctober 45:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Georgian Wine Class & Tasting: Brooklyn, NY

September 28, 2019

Come join this event for a class and guided tasting of Georgian wines and what makes them so special. Tara Hammond of Black Lamb Wines will share her immense knowledge of Georgia’s winemaking history and culture. Learn how the land and geography make G…

Georgian Amber Wine Festival: Washington, DC

September 22, 2019

Amber Wine Festival – Tasting Join us first at Maydan for a tasting of the most delicious and unique Georgian Amber wines at our wine marketplace. You’ll have the opportunity to interact with our partners (listed below), try new wines, and learn about…

Georgian Supra Luncheon

June 29, 2019

Join us for our Georgian Supra Lunch! We will be offering a selection of family-style Georgian food and wine featuring special visitors straight from Georgia. Beka of Gotsa Family Wines and Zurab of Nikalas Marani Wines will be with us to toast, taste…

Summer Solstice Natural Wine Fair

June 22, 2019

Burnt Hill represents an exciting new frontier in American wine! They’re leveraging ten years of experience at Old Westminster Winery + emulating others who farm biodynamically to make wines that inspire us. In collaboration with Burnt Hill, local, and…

The New Wine Festival (Georgia)

May 11, 2019

The “New Wine” Festival – Georgia’s largest wine festival will once again be hosted on “top of Tbilisi”. Over 200 wineries will be at this event. Don’t miss the qvevri opening, wine-tasting, and music!  Festival will be held at Mtatsminda Par…

Zero Compromise Natural Wine Festival

May 10, 2019

Georgia’s favorite natural wine festival is back! Sponsored by the Natural Wine Association (of Georgia) and the National Wine Agency, this year’s festival has grown and will be held at The Silk Factory in Tbilisi on May 5, 2019. RSVP here: https:…

Ghvino Forum – Conference: Wine, Society, and Geopolitics: How History, Political Economy, and Wine Intersect in the Caucasus and Beyond

November 13, 2018

Please join us for a unique, multi-panel event exploring the history, geopolitics, and political economy of wine production in the South Caucasus region. As a primary driver of Georgia’s burgeoning tourism industry (representing 18% of Georgia’s GDP in…

Ghvino Forum – Consumer Tasting

November 12, 2018

Join us for a walk-around tasting (with Georgian food) and meet a few of Georgia’s top winemakers on Monday, November 12, 2018. This tasting is one of the three events during the first annual “Ghvino Forum” (Ghvino is widely thought to be the…

Ghvino Forum

November 11, 2018

Join us for the first annual Ghvino Forum organized by the America Georgia Business Council. The Forum will take place November 11-13, 2018 in Washington, DC, with 4 scheduled events listed below.  Admission is c…

Aspen Food & Wine

June 16, 2017

Wines of Georgia will be pouring in the Grand Tasting Pavilion at Aspen Food & Wine. Details are below for the trade and consumer Grand Tasting Sessions: Friday, June 16, 2017: TRADE SESSIONS: 10:45am to 11:30am and 2:45pm to 4:15pm CONSUMER SESSIO…

Boston Wine Expo

February 17, 2017

“New Wine Festival 2021”

November 27, 2021

“New Wine Festival 2021” will be held on November 27. The festival will be hosted in it’s traditional location at Mtatsminda Park in Tbilisi, Georgia. As always, attendance is free and participants are encouraged to get vaccinated and wear a mask while…

NYC Georgian Consumer Wine Tasting: Monday October 18th

October 18, 2021

Join us for a walk-around tasting from 40+ Georgian wineries already in the market and 30+ wineries yet to be discovered on Monday, October 18th from 5:00pm to 9:00pm EST at Chama Mama in Chelsea (149 West 14th Street, New York, NY 10011, USA). Tickets…

New York City: Georgian Wine Trade & Media Tasting: Monday, October 18th

October 18, 2021

Join us for a walk-around tasting from 40+ Georgian wineries already in the market and 30+ wineries with 116 Georgian wines) yet to be discovered on  Monday, October 18th from 11:00am to 3:00pm EST at Chama Mama in Chelsea (149 West 14th Street, New Yo…

San Francisco: Georgian Wine Tasting: Trade & Media: Wednesday, October 6th

October 6, 2021

Join us for a walk-around tasting from 40+ Georgian wineries already in the market and 30+ wineries yet to be discovered on Wednesday, October 6th from 11:00am to 3:00pm PST at The Consulate General of Georgia, 930 Montgomery S…

Washington DC: Georgian Wine Tasting: Trade & Media: Monday, September 27th

September 27, 2021

Join us for a walk-around tasting from 40+ Georgian wineries already in the market and 30+ wineries yet to be discovered on Monday, September 27 from 11:00am to 3:00pm at Maydan in Washington DC.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet producers…

Georgian Wines 201

Georgian Wines 201: “Deep Dive into the West”

May 26, 2021

Wednesday, May 26, 2021 Webinar via Zoom Georgian Wines 201 offered a deep dive into three distinct macro-terroirs and attendant winemaking styles in the western Georgia. 9:00AM PST / 12:00PM EST / 8:00PM Tbilisi Beginning in the upper reaches of Imere…

Georgian Wine 101

Georgian Wines 101

November 19, 2020

Ancestral grapes. Ancient techniques. Modern tools. Revolutionary wines. Thursday, November 19, 2020 9:00AM PST / 12:00PM EST / 8:00PM Tbilisi Wines of Georgia will be producing a three-part series of virtual classes and tastings focused on the iconic…

Ghvino Forum 2020 “The Science of Wine”

November 11, 2020

The America Georgia Business Council and the National Wine Agency present the 3rd Annual Ghvino Forum – “The Science of Wine” on November 11, 2020. Conference begins at 11:00AM EST via Zoom. Topics and speakers are listed below. To register, go to www.…

Wines of Georgia Blog May 2020

May 5, 2020

“Brown meadow.” I’ve heard this term again and again when asking Georgian winemakers about their soil. Learning that this is an official designation under the former Soviet Union’s soil classification system—a different scheme from what’s used in the W…

A Tasting of Georgian Wines- Trade and Media

March 2, 2020

Please join us for a walk-around tasting with over 35+ Georgian wineries showcasing over 140 wines on Monday, March 2 from 4:00 – 6:00pm.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet producers and deepen their knowledge of one of the most dynamic (an…