Ikalto Winery
A continuation of the centuries-old Georgian Tradition
Our Heritage
Born of the Ikalto Academy
Winery Ikalto was born from an ancestral affection for viticulture and winemaking - a love carried down through generations of a family of immemorial Georgian heritage. Georgia has always been remarkably rich in tradition, yet the art of winemaking stands apart from all the rest. So highly was it regarded that it was once a separate field of study at the medieval Ikalto Academy, the seat of learning that gives our winery its name and its purpose.
Ikalto Winery is a family-run winery deeply rooted in Georgia’s rich winemaking heritage, with traditions dating back to the 19th century. Located in the historic villages of Ruispiri and Ikalto, our 65 hectares of vineyards are planted with Georgia’s finest local grape varieties, including Rkatsiteli, Saperavi and Kisi. We blend ancient Georgian winemaking techniques, such as traditional qvevri aging, with advanced European technologies to produce wines of exceptional quality. Our dedication to viticulture is reflected in each bottle, honoring the legacy of our ancestors while at the same time using innovation to create wines that celebrate the unique terroir of our land.
Today the founders remain personally involved in every step of the process, from vine to bottle. Ancient Qvevri winemaking and modern European technology coexist here - not as opposites, but as two expressions of the same commitment. Working in full compliance with international standards, we craft wines that honour the past while speaking to the present.
The Estate
65 hectares between two villages.
Ruispiri & Ikalto, Kakheti
Our cellar stands on the very site where our ancestors once shaped and fired Qvevri, the essential vessel of Georgian wine; fragments of the original kiln can still be found nearby, and we work to preserve and restore that legacy. Spread across 65 hectares between the villages of Ruispiri and Ikalto, the estate cultivates endemic varieties - Rkatsiteli, Saperavi, Kisi, Khikhvi, and Kakhetian Mtsvane - vinified using both traditional Georgian and classic European methods.
The Rare Grape
Khikhvi
Also known as Janaani
A rare and precious variety renowned for its complex aromas and delicate flavors - embodying the soul of Georgian winemaking in a single grape.
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Tasting at the Source
Getting to know a wine begins with tasting it - and tasting it in the very place where it was made is an experience all its own. Ikalto Winery regularly hosts wine-tasting tours, inviting visitors not only to discover our wines but to step into the living heritage of Georgian winemaking.
Recognition
IWSC 2024
Rkatsiteli Qvevri 2021
IWSC 2023
Kisi Qvevri 2021
Mundus Vini 2024
Saperavi Qvevri 2019
Mundus Vini 2024
Khikhvi Qvevri 2022
Decanter 2023
Tsinandali 2021
Exported to
USA · Poland · Germany · Latvia · Kazakhstan · France · England · Belgium
Origin
Ikalto, Kakheti
Products
Cabernet · 2019
Made from a French grape variety grown in Georgia. Characterized by a dark purple hue. Recommended with grilled meat. Wine tasting temperature: 16–18°C.
Kakheti
27.49 ₾Mukuzani · 2022
Made from Saperavi, a grape variety that grows in the Kakheti region, Mukuzani microzone. Characterized by a dark purple colour. Featuring strong extracts and a subtle, complex bouquet of black currants, ripe cherries and berries. Recommended with cooked meat, poultry dishes and cheese. Wine tasting temperature: 16–18°C.
- PDO: Mukuzani
- Dry
Kakheti
24.99 ₾Mtsvane · 2022
Made from the favourite grape variety grown in Kakheti – Kakhetian Mtsvane. Characterized by a light beige and light green colour. Distinguished by an aroma of sharply expressed citrus and gentle field flowers. With a soft, delicate, pleasantly sour taste. Recommended with meat salads, salmon, and fried duck meat. Wine tasting temperature: 12–14°C.
Kakheti
20.49 ₾Rkatsiteli Qvevri · 2020
Made using the traditional Georgian method. Characterized by a dark straw colour. Distinguished by aromas of well-known Georgian spices and dried flowers. Tones of dried fruits dominate, giving the wine a harmonious character. Recommended with vegetable dishes, seafood, and grilled or skewered poultry. Wine tasting temperature: 14–16°C.
- Qvevri
- Dry
Kakheti
32.99 ₾Saperavi Qvevri · 2019
Made from a local grape variety grown in Kakheti – Saperavi, using the traditional Georgian method of winemaking. Characterized by a pomegranate colour. Distinguished by well-defined, strict yet harmoniously combined fruit aromas. Recommended with seafood, cooked meat, grilled and skewered beef, pork, and mutton. Wine tasting temperature: 14–16°C.
- Qvevri
- Dry
Kakheti
41.49 ₾Kindzmarauli · 2021
Made from Saperavi, a grape variety that grows in the Kakheti region, Kindzmarauli microzone. Characterized by a dark burgundy hue, a well-expressed varietal aroma, and cherry and blackberry tones. Has a velvety, harmonious, balanced taste. Recommended with fruits, chocolate, cake, dried fruits, and churchkhela. Wine tasting temperature: 12–14°C.
- PDO: Kindzmarauli
- Semi-sweet
Kakheti
24.99 ₾Kisi · 2023
Made from the old Georgian grape variety grown in Kakheti – Kisi. Characterized by a light golden colour and medium body. Distinguished by the rich aromas of tropical fruits. With a harmonious, pleasant, light taste. Recommended with vegetable dishes, seafood, poultry dishes, meat, and cheese. Wine tasting temperature: 10–12°C.
Kakheti
21.49 ₾Kisi Qvevri · 2021
Made from a local grape variety grown in Kakheti – Kisi, using the traditional Georgian method of winemaking. Characterized by a light amber colour. Distinguished by aromas of sweet forest fruits and spices. A tannin-rich body blends harmoniously with its long finish. Recommended with fried chicken, beef tongue, and meat salads. Wine tasting temperature: 14–16°C.
- Qvevri
- Dry
Kakheti
37.49 ₾Tsinandali · 2023
Made from selected grape varieties grown in Kakheti – Rkatsiteli and Kakhetian Mtsvane. Characterized by a light straw colour. Featuring long-lasting floral aromas, with notes of white berry, apple, and peach. With a harmonious and balanced taste. Recommended with seafood and white meat. Wine tasting temperature: 10–12°C.
- PDO: Tsinandali
- Dry
Kakheti
20.49 ₾Khikhvi Qvevri · 2019
Crafted from Khikhvi grapes grown in the Janaani microzone of Kakheti, this wine is fermented in qvevri using the traditional Georgian method, with six months of skin contact that gives it its distinctive amber color. The aroma reveals notes of pine nut jam, dried apricot, and white pepper. The palate is harmonious with medium acidity, round tannins, and a balanced, lingering finish. Best served at 12–14°C. It pairs well with oysters, steak, grilled vegetables, and blue cheese.
- Qvevri
- Dry
Kakheti
41.49 ₾
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