Makaridze Winery

Makaridze family has a long history of viticulture in Terjola, Imereti region. Grapes have always been cultivated, but mostly to sell as cuttings and wine was only made for home consumption. At the age of 23, Gogita realized his dream is to continue the tradition of winegrowing. Consequently, quit his job at the financial department of the local town hall and invested everything he had to plant the vines of Otskhanuri Sapere. He renovated and enlarged family wine cellar adding more qvevris. The philosophy behind the viticulture and winemaking in Makaridze Winery is in utilizing minimal intervention and processing to guarantee that the unique qualities of the terroir of the vineyards are reflected in all wines.