Best wineries to visit in Imereti

By Mariam Lomidze, Culture & Events Reporter · 16/10/2026

Selected by the GTour desk from the national register of licensed places. Updated October 2026; reviewed yearly. No place pays to appear.

Imereti’s wine country spreads west and south of Kutaisi, through towns like Zestaponi and Terjola and villages such as Gordi, Sazano and Meore Sviri. The region has its own grape identity, distinct from Kakheti’s: Tsolikouri, Tsitska and Krakhuna dominate, often made into lighter, fresher qvevri wines than their eastern counterparts, and tastings here tend to happen in small family cellars rather than large estates.

This list was compiled by the GTour desk from the national register of licensed places, using three criteria: location within Imereti, an established presence (a working cellar, marani or related site), and what each place offers a visiting traveller. No payment was accepted for inclusion and no ratings are claimed; entries are drawn solely from the register details supplied to us.

1. Amiran Vepkhvadze's Wine Cellar

Located at 32 Paolo Iashvili Street in Zestaponi, this cellar is a straightforward stop for travellers moving through the Imereti wine belt. It suits those looking for a family-run operation with a street address easy to find on a map, rather than a remote rural visit.

2. Baias Wine

Found at Tamar Mamulashvili 4, Baia’s Wine was established in 2015 as a continuation of a long family winemaking tradition. It is a good choice for visitors interested in a newer venture that still draws on generations of local know-how.

3. Bodokia Winery

Set at 50 King Tamar Street, Bodokia winery welcomes guests for family wine degustation tours at a historic site connected to Georgian kings. Travellers drawn to history alongside their tasting will find this combination appealing.

4. Chateau Chikovani

Based in the village of Gordi, Chateau Chikovani is the historical estate of the Chikovani family, with an old cellar that has been restored. It suits visitors who want a sense of heritage and continuity in a single-family estate setting.

5. Churi Chinebuli Winery

Churi Chinebuli is a small family winery located in Jughelebis Ubani, in the village of Meore Sviri in the heart of Imereti. Its small scale makes it a fitting stop for travellers who prefer an intimate, low-key visit over a large commercial operation.

6. Giuli Xergianis Marani Tamarisi

Located at 3 Street N2, this marani describes itself as a place where guests are always welcomed with warmth, offering a variety of Imeretian flavors and a wide selection of wines. It suits those wanting a broad taste of the region’s style in one visit.

7. Marani Naturalisti

Found at 13, 35 Street, Marani Naturalisti is listed in the national tourism register and verified by GTour, with map and contact details available for nearby places. It is a reasonable option for travellers planning a route through several nearby wineries.

8. Mirianis Marani

Situated in the village of Fersati, Mirianis Marani is listed in the national tourism register and verified by GTour, with details on location and nearby places. This rural setting suits visitors keen to explore a quieter corner of Imereti’s wine country.

9. Oto’s Cellar

Also known as Oto’s Marani, this winery is located in the village of Sazano near Zestaponi, about 10 km from the town centre. It is suited to travellers happy to venture slightly off the main road for a village-based winery experience.

10. Prometheus Kvevri Wine Museum

Positioned at the exit of the Prometheus Cave, this museum combines a guided wine experience with proximity to one of Imereti’s best-known natural attractions. It is well suited to visitors who want to pair a cave tour with an introduction to qvevri winemaking on the same outing.

How to use this list

Treat this list as a starting point for planning a route through Imereti’s wine villages rather than a fixed itinerary: cross-check addresses and opening arrangements directly with each winery before visiting, since family-run cellars often operate by appointment, and consider grouping nearby entries, such as those around Zestaponi or close to the Prometheus Cave, to make the most of a day trip from Kutaisi.

Quick answers

What grapes define Imereti’s wine style? Tsolikouri, Tsitska and Krakhuna are the characteristic grapes, typically made into lighter qvevri wines compared to eastern Georgia.

Where are most of these wineries located? They are spread across Imereti, including Zestaponi, Terjola-area villages, Gordi, Sazano and Meore Sviri, within reach of Kutaisi.

Were these wineries selected based on reviews or payment? No. Selection was based on location, established presence and what each place offers a traveller, drawn from the national register; no payment was accepted and no ratings are claimed.

Can the Prometheus Kvevri Wine Museum be combined with other sightseeing? Yes, it sits at the exit of the Prometheus Cave, making it easy to pair a cave visit with a wine-focused stop.