Georgian Grapes

Mtsvane Kakhuri

Mtsvane is a natve Georgian white wine grape.

It is often called Mtsvane Kakhuri to distinguish it from other local varieties that also carry the Mtsvane name.

Mtsvane means green. It referres to the grape's vibrant greenish hue when ripe.

The primary region is Kakheti, in Eastern Georgia — the heartland of Georgian winemaking, where it grows in the famous subzones like Tsinandali, Telavi, and Kvareli.

The climate here is continental, with hot summers and cold winters, and the soils are rich in limestone and alluvial deposits — ideal for structured, expressive wines.

Mtsvane is commonly used as a single-varietal wine, but can also be blended with Rkatsiteli (especially in the Tsinandali PDO).

The grape is suitable for both modern stainless steel vinification and traditional qvevri winemaking.

Mtsvane's resilience and adaptability to different environmental conditions, coupled with its contribution to high-quality wines, have secured Mtsvane's place in the Georgian wine scene. It's not just a grape variety; it's a symbol of the nation's viticultural heritage, offering a unique blend of history, diverse wine profiles, and adaptability.