The old cellar of Ateni — Wine in Shida Kartli, Georgia

The old cellar of Ateni is a wine-related site located in the village of Ateni, in Gori Municipality, within the Shida Kartli region. The area is known for its long-standing wine-growing tradition, and a cellar in this setting fits naturally into the local landscape of vineyards and rural homesteads along the Tana River gorge.

Ateni sits a short distance south of Gori, a central town in Shida Kartli that serves as a convenient access point for travelers moving through the region. The village is also known for the nearby Ateni Sioni church, an early medieval monument that draws visitors interested in Georgian architecture and history, making the gorge a combined stop for wine and heritage sightseeing. The surrounding hills and river valley offer a quiet, rural backdrop typical of Shida Kartli’s wine-producing villages.

This listing suits travelers interested in Georgian wine culture, those exploring Shida Kartli beyond Gori’s town center, and visitors combining a cellar visit with a stop at the Ateni gorge’s historical sites. The entry is listed in the national tourism register and verified by GTour, with map and contact details available for planning a visit.

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