The New Wine Festival (May 11th 2024) in Mtatsminda park is the biggest single day wine festival in Tbilisi. Over 200 producers were represented. I managed to taste 75 wines from 34 producers. Artisan Wine Fair at Wyndam Grand (on May 8th 2024) was a small curated tasting event which featured maybe 40 producers. I...Read More

Over 2 days of the Zero Compromise Tbilisi wine festival (May 9th+10th 2024), I managed to taste 147 wines from 50 producers, including 2 ciders and 1 beer :-) The majority were rated “good” or “acceptable”. And by this, I mean wines that we can objectively say to have merit, and enjoyable characteristics that make...Read More

Why has Georgian wine history captivated connoisseurs and historians alike? The answer lies in a history steeped in over 8000 years of viticulture. Georgian wine isn’t merely a beverage; it’s a living archive of human civilization, showcasing ancient techniques like the Qvevri method and thriving through a vast array of indigenous grapes. Our journey through...Read More

Is Georgia a Safe Country To Visit? This guide, drawing on my experiences since living here since 2019 and travels since 2016, my goal is to give you an honest look at safety, crime rates, and what to expect as an average traveler. I’ll cover regular scams to look out for, travel advisories, and safety...Read More