Ampelos Jus

🍷 AMPELOS JUS A wine that carries on a legacy Mukhattskaro — a place where history lives on in the wine Just a few minutes’ drive from Tbilisi, amidst the beautiful surroundings of Mukhattskaro, lies our family winery: Ampelos Jus. To us, this place is more than just a winery; it is a place where the land, history, and wine continue their dialogue, even after centuries. Ancient Qvevris Ancient *qvevris* (traditional Georgian clay vessels) discovered within the winery and on the grounds reveal the site's deep-rooted winemaking heritage. Some of these vessels are estimated to date back to the 5th century. Upon first seeing these ancient vessels, we realized we were doing more than simply building a new winery—we were continuing a tradition with centuries of history on this very land. The Qvevri: Bridging Past and Future Georgia is considered one of the ancient birthplaces of wine. For millennia, our ancestors have crafted wine in *qvevris*—clay vessels buried in the earth that impart a unique character to the wine. At Ampelos Jus, we aim to carry on this very tradition. We vinify various Georgian grape varieties separately in *qvevris* (traditional clay vessels), striving to preserve the natural character of the grapes and the unique qualities of the terroir where they were grown. For us, the *qvevri* is more than just a wine vessel. It is a bridge between the past and the future. Experience Georgia. Today, you can stand on the very land where people have been making wine for centuries, see traces of ancient *qvevris*, enter our cellar, and taste wine crafted using the traditional Georgian method. We want our guests to do more than just taste wine here—we want them to experience Georgia. To feel its land, history, and hospitality, and to connect with the unique culture that has carried the tradition of winemaking through millennia. 🍷 Visit us at Ampelos Jus. If you are traveling through Georgia and wish to experience Georgian wine culture not merely in a museum, but in a living, authentic setting, come visit us in Mukhatskaro. Visit our ancient qvevris, learn their history, taste Georgian wine right in the cellar, and become part of this story. Don’t leave Georgia with just memories—take the taste and story of Georgian wine home with you to share. Book your visit to Ampelos Jus, and let’s discover the history of Georgian wine together. Ancient land. Ancient vessels. Living tradition. Welcome to Mukhatskaro—where the history of the past lives on in the wine today.