CNN published an article about Georgian wine titled The Story of Georgian Wine – Marked by 8000 years of continuous vintage.

According to the article, “Georgia proudly holds the title of the birthplace of wine. Grounded by 8000-year-old foundations, contemporary Georgian winemaking is sustained by a triumvirate of elements: clay, culture, and connection.

“The Georgian terrain, gifted with a temperate climate conducive to vine cultivation, has become home to over 525 indigenous grape varieties. The famed Alazani River Valley, framed against the backdrop of the Caucasus Mountains, is a winemaking haven, with its combination of well-drained, mineral-rich soils and high altitude contributing to the distinctive flavours and aromas typical of Georgian wines,” reads the article.

The article says that the country’s strategic location facilitated trade connections with Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, enabling its wine to travel far and wide.

“And with Qveri now designated a UNESCO National Monument of Intangible Cultural Heritage, Georgia’s ancient winemaking practices continue to have global appeal,” it says.

The article also talks about Georgian cuisine, wine festivals and wine tours in Georgia, which attract both Georgian residents and tourists.