Gurnelebis Marani — Wine in Imereti, Georgia

Gurnelebis Marani is a small wine-focused venue in the village of Gurna, in the Imereti region of western Georgia. Imereti is one of the country’s traditional winemaking areas, known for qvevri-based production and a milder, greener landscape than the better-known wine regions further east. The marani fits into this local tradition, offering visitors a direct look at how wine is made and stored in clay qvevri vessels.

According to the register, the venue offers wine tasting alongside master classes covering several traditional crafts: making a qvevri, extracting wine, baking mchadi (the local cornbread), and preparing churchkhela. These activities give a hands-on sense of Imeretian rural life and food culture rather than a purely tasting-room experience.

Gurna sits within easy reach of Kutaisi, Imereti’s main city and a common base for exploring the wider region, including nearby karst caves, monasteries, and canyons. Gurnelebis Marani suits travelers interested in traditional Georgian winemaking methods and craft demonstrations, particularly those who want an interactive stop rather than a formal tasting venue, as part of a broader day trip through Imereti.

Verified by GTour: listed in the Georgian National Tourism Administration register; details checked 17 October 2026. Tell us if something has changed.