Wine&dine

16/06/2025

🏆🏆🏆During the 12th edition of the Vinarium International Wine Contest, the eight judging panels selected several standout wines for the Label Competition – IPPU Packaging & Kurz Romania.
🍾🍾🍾We extend our warmest congratulations to the winners and celebrate the unique aesthetics and personality that each label brings to the world of wine.🍷🍷🍷

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05/06/2025

The results of the Vinarium International Wine Contest 2025 are in!

Congratulations to all the winners! 🎉
We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who participated and submitted their wines.

Your passion, hard work, and commitment to excellence are truly valued and continue to inspire the entire wine community. Every entry contributes to the spirit of the competition and the growth of our industry.

Cheers to all, and onward to even greater achievements!

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The results of the Vinarium International Wine Contest are out! Grand Gold, Gold and Silver medals were given to Romanian and other wines.

03/06/2025

The winners of the 22nd edition of Vinarium 2025 have been announced — and we’re proud to share that Georgia is among them!🏆🏆🏆

BATONO DE`WINO Goruli Mtsvane 2022 - GOLD MEDAL
BATONO QVEVRULI Saperavi 2022 - GOLD MEDAL
VAZIANI Saperavi 2023 - GOLD MEDAL
DEKANOZISHVILI RESERVE Saperavi, Otskhanuri Sapere, Shavkapito 2017 - GRAND GOLD MEDAL

We’re truly honored and grateful to have our wines recognized by the esteemed judging panel of Vinarium.🍇🍇🍇

30/05/2025

🍇The 22nd edition of the Vinarium International Wine Contest took place on May 22–25, 2025, in Romania. Held under the patronage of the OIV (International Organization of Vine and Wine) and VINOFED (World Federation of Major International Wine and Spirits Competitions), this year’s event gathered over 1,300 samples from 22 countries, judged by a panel of both local and international experts.

Once again, I had the honor of representing Georgia🇬🇪 — tasting wines, and then tasting even more wines! 🍷

Beyond the professional side of the event, we had the wonderful opportunity to visit Dealu Mare, a nearby wine region rich in character. They call it Romanian Toscana🇧🇪
When I first came to Dealu Mare, I was told it's primarily known for its reds. And yes, the red wines are impressive — but the whites like Fetească Regală, Fetească Albă, and Tămâioasă Românească from this region are truly elegant and full of personality.

The cuisine, hospitality, and folklore of Romania are simply fantastic — making my Romanian soul proud ❤️

12/11/2024

05/06/2024

Georgia, at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, offers stunning landscapes, rich history, and unique cuisine. Explore Tbilisi's vibrant culture and savor ancient wine-making traditions. A gem of the Caucasus!
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/paid-content-gastronomic-guide-to-georgia?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0nw6N9xpuxTFSkbbJhjNezx3IaiUi6N8dVnD_pfkQR32BMJyBJmsisMuY_aem_AaNxLmvVjamCIE38RhYvo1WxdrgAFfmq-wnMV98IqV9zliSizmuZe4A4rqA2WU0K9aY0aFHJZWNyIkF6E-BIw9tx

Georgia is fast earning its adventure travel stripes, with world-class hiking and off-piste skiing in the Greater Caucasus mountains. However, it's the country's vineyards and kitchens that are really stealing the show with their local wines and field-to-fork cuisine.

08/04/2024

Dear friends, It is my privilege to guide you on a journey through 8,000 years of Georgian wine excellence, extending to the present day.
Masterclass on the premium Georgian wines will be held for TrueWines on May 12 in Bucharest at Revino Bucharest Wine Show.

All who are interested are warmly welcomed to join us

Embark on a captivating journey spanning 8000 years of Georgian winemaking excellence at the Revino Bucharest Wine Show's premiere masterclass. Led by Aurika Kroitor, wine jury, Georgian Wine Ambassador, and Vaziani Company representative, alongside TrueWines, Romania's leading importer of authentic...

26/11/2023

One of the most outstanding Ojaleshi wines I've ever tried. It boasts a semi-dry profile, exuding rich aromas, a full-bodied character, and a delightful hint of chocolate in its aftertaste. This wine is a testament to minimal intervention, being unfiltered with an 8-day fermentation period. I eagerly anticipate sampling its dry iteration.

18/11/2023

21/10/2022

What feels a winemaker when he sends his wine to the competition? Probably similar feeling when a father lets his child to leave home. And if a child comes back silver awarded?

10/07/2022

Rkatsiteli 2021 by Melitoni Winery. Harvested in Ambrolauri, Racha it is an experiment of George Sky, rare for this region. Fermented in qvevri this Rkatsiteli differs from its Kakhetian roots. It has its own character, soft tannins, prevailing flavours of quince, melon, white cherry and yellow pear. The alcohol is delicately integrated and together with the moderate acidity forms a good structure of the body.
Melitoni Winery is a new boutique style winery in Ambrolauri, Racha with the ambitious plans to integrate and develop the classic and traditional methods of viticulture and winemaking. The varieties already available from the first vintage are Otskhanuri Sapere, Alexandrouli, Tsolikouri and Rkatsiteli.
მეღვინეობა მელიტონი / Winery Melitoni
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