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Kakheti Wine Region

Nearly three-quarters of Georgia's wine grapes are grown In the Kakheti region, including Sighnaghi, Telavi, and Tsinandali. Though there are many types of wine to try throughout the region, Rkatsiteli, a white grape, is the most celebrated — known for its granny smith apple taste and subtle spice. The main city of Kakheti is Telavi, facing the mighty Tsiv-Gombori Range, and the city itself boasts a history that features some of the region’s most important sites, from the de: Dzveli Galavani fortress of the first Kakhetian kings in the 9th century to the Kuchibashi Shvilebis Tsikhe, a 16th century castle for nobleman. First settled in the Paleolithic era, Sighnaghi holds the distinction of being one of Georgia’s smallest and most picturesque towns, complete with cobblestone streets and an outlook over the Alazani Valley. Wine aficionados will not want to miss the Tsinandali Old Winery, where Prince Alexander Chavchavadze built a cellar and factory in his estate in the 1830s.

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Wineries

Kakheti has well-developed wine trails with numerous open cellar doors that welcome guests to taste their wines, tour the vineyards, take masterclasses in wine pairing, and learn about Georgia’s long-lasting history of winemaking.

Tsinandali Estate

Located in the small village with the same name, Tsinandali Estate is a a historic winery-estate that once belonged to the 19th-century aristocratic poet Alexander Chachavadze. Today the winery produces exceptional award-winning wines and is open for visitors to taste premium wines, explore its gardens and vineyards, and visit the house-museum of Chavchavadze on the grounds.

Sighnaghi

Sighnaghi is a popular town in Kakheti for both its vineyards as well as its fairy-tale charm. Its curvy cobbled streets, colorful buildings with wooden balconies, medieval architecture, and snowcapped Caucasus mountains in the distance, it is no wonder Sighnagi is known as the “City of Love” and a destination for locals looking to get married.

Sighnaghi Museum

This modern museum showcases several thousand artifacts found around the Kakheti region on the first floor, and a painting gallery by famous Georgian painter Niko Pirosmanashvili as well as numerous temporary exhibits.

Telavi

The main city in Kakheti, Telavi commonly serves as a base for trips around the region. Small enough to explore by foot, Telavi has a handful of worthy sights including the Palace of King Erekle II, a couple churches, a beautifully renovated Old Street, a giant plane tree, small wineries and eateries, as well as a fantastic green market.

Bodbe Monastery

Just outside of Sighnagi is the Monastery of St. Nino at Bodbe. St. Nino, a 4th-century female evangelist who witnessed the conversion of Georgians to the Christian faith, withdrew to Bodbe where she was subsequently buried upon death and a monastery was constructed in its place. The monastery now functions as a nunnery and is one of the major pilgrimage sites in the country.

Alaverdi Cathedral

A short distance from Telavi is Alaverdi Cathedral, built during Georgia’s golden age at the beginning of the 11th century. Within the cathedral compound are the bishop’s residence and the Alaverdi Marani winery where annual harvest festivities see people coming from remote mountain areas to worship, celebrate, and enjoy the local wine.

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Kakheti Wine Region Itineraries

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A Journey Across Georgia

A Journey Across Georgia

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15 days / 14 nights
Price Per Person
From $10,200
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Essential Caucasus: Two Weeks in Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan

Essential Caucasus: Two Weeks in Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan

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14 days / 13 nights
Price Per Person
From $13,100
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Georgia: A Culinary Roadtrip

Georgia: A Culinary Roadtrip

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10 days / 9 nights
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From $7,300
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Esquisse Boutique Hotel

Esquisse Boutique Hotel

Kakheti Wine Region, Georgia

The Esquisse Boutique Hotel is a design-forward hotel and wine cellar with a European manor façade tucked away just outside of the town center. There is a total of 57 stylish rooms, each dressed in Art Deco design and featuring plush furnishings and modern amenities including complimentary WiFi. Rooms come with twin, triple, or King beds, and have views looking out to the garden, mountain, or city. There are two restaurants to choose from, including Esquisse which is open all-day and serves a breakfast buffet and Marani which has an a la carte menu for dinner. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a kids’ playground, laundry service, and seasonal outdoor swimming pool.
Kabadoni

Kabadoni

Kakheti Wine Region, Georgia

Set on a hilltop, the Kabadoni is a boutique hotel commands an exception location which looks over a valley of vineyards and across to the Greater Caucasus mountains in the distance. The spacious 21 guestrooms are all styled in traditional Georgian textiles, colorful Eastern elements, and modern furnishings with an Art Nouveau flair. Deluxe rooms come with a private balcony, the duplex suite offers additional space and separate living quarters, while the exclusive King Erekle suite stands alone with a dedicated staircase to the spa. Kabadoni Restaurant serves Georgian and European dishes with uninterrupted views of the valley from its terrace. The Sunset Lounge is an ideal alfresco space to relax with a drink and enjoy sunset views, while the indoor Wine Bar exhibits a selection of Kakheti’s finest wines for tasting and purchase. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool, fitness center, a Finnish Sauna and Aroma Sauna, outdoor terraces, beauty salon, and a spa offering a variety of treatments using Elemis products. Kabadoni in Sighnaghi is located two hours away from Tbilisi International Airport.
Radisson Collection Tsinandali

Radisson Collection Tsinandali

Kakheti Wine Region, Georgia

The Radisson Collection Hotel Tsinandali is one of the top accommodation choices in the Kakheti region, a 200-year old winery stylishly transformed to integrate a modern hotel. There are a total of 141 guest rooms and suites, each exquisitely designed with plush furnishings, smart lighting, and muted jewel-tone palette to imbue a sense of serenity and contemporary style. Suites avail extra space and a separate seating area, and select rooms feature a terrace. There are five dining options: Prince Alexander is the all-day restaurant and serves a buffet breakfast; Georgian classics and regional specials are on the menu at Natella; wine degustation is available at Gaumarjos Wine Bar while cocktails can be relished at the Library Bar. The rooftop pool is ideal for relaxation and taking in the views of the Caucasus mountain range in the distance. Other facilities include a spa, steam room, fitness center, and library with reading area. Radisson Collection Tsinandali is two hours from Tbilisi International Airport.

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