THE EVENT

Georgian Qvevri Winemaking – ancient wisdom for contemporary wines – a Webinar with Eko Glonti

After numerous requests we revisited Georgian Qvevri Winemaking this time, with renowned winemaker, Eko Glonti, an advocate of natural wines, and founder of Lagvinari, a small organic winery in Georgia.

In this highly engaging webinar Sarah Abbott MW and Eko explored the history, production, usage and renaissance of qvevri winemaking across Georgia. These traditional clay vessels have been used in Georgia since 6,000BC to ferment, mature and store wines of diverse styles. Despite the rapid increase in interest in qvevri winemaking, the science, art, and nuanced practice of qvevri winemaking is still misunderstood.

Qvevri solve a lot of winemaking problems, but their effective use demands close attention, relentless hygiene and patient commitment from the winemaker. This theoretical webinar seeks to bust a few myths and explain the value and appeal of making qvevri.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:

You can view and download the powerpoint presentation from the event here. (This presentation includes the speaker notes, reading lists, and information on producers and importers:

The website Georgianwine.uk also has useful information on Georgian wine regions, grape varieties, producers, etc.

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