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On October 11, Gurjaani hosted its ninth annual wine festival, gathering hundreds of companies while displaying about 200 wine varieties.

 The Prime Minister, Government Officials, and Legislators attended the event. 

“The Gurjaani Wine Festival has been held since 2017, which means it has become a tradition for Gurjaani to welcome numerous guests every second Saturday of October. It’s a special day not only for the Kakheti region but for the whole country.

 It provides an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized wineries and winemakers to present their wines to a wider audience. It’s also a valuable platform for establishing business partnerships—something that has happened more than once, making the festival even more exciting for its participants.

Notably, last year the festival hosted over 30,000 visitors, and this year we expect even more.

 Every year, the festival's scale continues to increase. With over 500 participants this year, it clearly highlights the relevance and importance of the event.

 I would like to wish the Gurjaani Wine Festival, the municipality, and the entire region continued success. The Gurjaani Wine Festival is the largest wine event in Georgia,” said Mr. David Songulashvili, Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture.

As part of the festival, the Minister toured the exhibition stands and met with local wine producers.

 The main goals of the festival are to promote wine tourism, raise awareness about Qvevri wine—recognized by UNESCO as part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity—and support the development of wines with protected designation of origin.

 The festival featured wines produced by both large-scale and boutique wineries, including traditional Georgian cuisine, handmade crafts, and a cultural program.

 Since 2022, the festival has become an official partner of the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC), with the support of the National Wine Agency of Georgia.