Ulevari Valley Winery — Wine in Kvemo Kartli, Georgia

In short

Ulevari Valley Winery is a family-run winery in the village of Martkopi, in Kvemo Kartli, about 40 minutes by car from Tbilisi, the winery says. It produces Saperavi and Rkatsiteli wines from vineyards set against the Yalno Ridge, and offers vineyard visits, cellar tastings and chacha tastings, according to the estate.

The estate and its history

The winery describes its story as going back generations, rooted in the winemaking traditions of the family, with the current vineyard having grown from what it calls a modest plot cultivated by ancestors into what the winery describes as a renowned estate. No specific founding year is stated on the website. The estate is managed by the Pataridze family: Valeri Pataridze is named as founder and CEO, with Irma Guliashvili and Ana Pataridze as co-founders and Giorgi Pataridze as general director, the winery says.

The name Ulevari refers to the valley in which the vineyards sit, and also means “abundant” in Georgian, according to the winery. The valley is said by the estate to have served as a campsite for Persian invading forces before the Battle of Martkopi in 1625, a battle the winery describes as significant in Georgian history for the defence of Kartli and Kakheti against Persian forces.

• 1625 – the Battle of Martkopi is fought nearby; the winery says the valley later took its name, Ulevari, from this period
• 2022 – vintage year stated for the winery’s dry Saperavi
• 2023 – vintage year stated for the winery’s semi-sweet Saperavi and dry Rkatsiteli; Ulevari Valley Saperavi receives a gold medal at the Black Sea Wine Festival, the winery says
• 2024 – Ulevari Valley Saperavi is named an IWSC winner with 86 points and awarded a bronze medal, according to the estate

Vineyards, grapes and method

The winery’s vineyards lie in and around Martkopi, with Rkatsiteli grapes reported as sourced from both Martkopi and Sagarejo. The estate grows Saperavi, Georgia’s principal red grape, and Rkatsiteli, a white grape, according to the producer. The vineyards are described as set against the backdrop of the Yalno Ridge, part of the Caucasus range, which the winery states rises to 1,874 metres above sea level. No hectare figures, annual volumes, or details of qvevri versus European vinification methods are given on the website.

The wines

• Saperavi (Dry) — red, Saperavi grape, 2022 vintage, 14.5% alcohol, 0.75 L; the winery describes it as dark ruby in colour with floral and fresh fruit aromas typical of the Saperavi variety, best served at 14–16°C
• Saperavi (Semi-sweet) — red, Saperavi grape, 2023 vintage, 14.5% alcohol, 0.75 L; described by the winery as dark ruby with sweet, floral aromas, best served at 14–16°C
• Rkatsiteli (Dry) — white, Rkatsiteli grape, 2023 vintage, 11% alcohol, 0.75 L; the winery describes a light straw colour with a soft, balanced taste and light notes of apple and tropical fruit, best served at 10–12°C

No prices are stated for any of the wines on the website.

Visiting

The winery states that it offers a selection of wine experiences, including visits to the vineyard and the cellar, tastings of its range of wines, and tastings of chacha, the Georgian pomace brandy. The family also conducts vineyard excursions, the winery says, during which visitors can take in views of the Caucasus Mountains, hear about the history of Martkopi, and taste wine at sunset. No fixed opening hours, booking procedure, or tasting prices are given on the website; prospective visitors are advised to contact the winery directly to arrange a visit.

Food and stays

The website does not mention an on-site restaurant, guesthouse, or events programme.

Awards

• Gold medal for Ulevari Valley Saperavi at the Black Sea Wine Festival, 2023, according to the winery
• IWSC winner, 86 points, bronze medal, for Ulevari Valley Saperavi, 2024, according to the winery

Location and getting there

The winery’s address is given as Martkopi, 1, I lane, 12a. It is located in Martkopi village, in the Kvemo Kartli region, and is described by the winery as being roughly a 40-minute drive from Tbilisi. The website does not specify distance or travel time from any other nearby town. Given its setting near the historic battlefield of Martkopi and within reach of Tbilisi, a visit can be combined with a day trip exploring the wider Kvemo Kartli or eastern approaches to the capital.

Good to know

• Address: Martkopi, 1, I lane, 12a
• About 40 minutes’ drive from Tbilisi, according to the winery
• Family-run estate managed by the Pataridze family, the winery says
• Produces Saperavi (dry and semi-sweet) and Rkatsiteli (dry) wines
• Rkatsiteli grapes are sourced from both Martkopi and Sagarejo, the winery states
• Visits can include vineyard excursions, cellar tours, and wine and chacha tastings, according to the estate
• Contact: +995 599 43 18 84 or ana@ulevarivalley.com
• No stated restaurant or accommodation on site

Questions travellers ask

How far is Ulevari Valley Winery from Tbilisi?

The winery states that it is about a 40-minute drive from Tbilisi, in the village of Martkopi, Kvemo Kartli.

What wines does Ulevari Valley Winery produce?

According to the winery, it produces a dry Saperavi (2022 vintage), a semi-sweet Saperavi (2023 vintage), and a dry Rkatsiteli (2023 vintage), each bottled at 0.75 L.

Can visitors tour the vineyard and cellar?

The winery says it offers visits to the vineyard and cellar, along with tastings of its wines and chacha, as well as vineyard excursions with views of the Caucasus Mountains and background on the history of Martkopi.

Has Ulevari Valley Winery won any awards?

The winery states that its Saperavi received a gold medal at the 2023 Black Sea Wine Festival and was named an IWSC winner with 86 points, earning a bronze medal, in 2024.

Is there a restaurant or place to stay at the winery?

The website does not mention an on-site restaurant or guesthouse, so visitors should check directly with the winery regarding food and accommodation options when planning a visit.

Sources

• Ulevari Valley Winery — official website (ulevarivalley.com)
• Ulevari Valley Winery: Learn more
• Ulevari Valley Winery: Contact

Profiled in depth by the GTour desk on 26 October 2026 from the property’s official website; photographs are the property’s own, from its official website, credited under each image. Not sponsored; tell us if something has changed.