Where is Kakheti, and what is there to see?
Georgia's wine region in the east: towns, monasteries and wineries.
Short answer
Kakheti is a region in eastern Georgia in the Alazani valley, the country's main wine region, centred on Telavi. Highlights include the town of Sighnaghi, Bodbe Monastery, Alaverdi Cathedral, Gremi fortress, the Tsinandali estate and Nekresi Monastery, plus tastings at the wineries. Sighnaghi and Telavi are about two hours' drive from Tbilisi.
Why
- Kakheti produces most of Georgia's wine and grows Saperavi and Rkatsiteli.
- Sighnaghi sits on a hill overlooking the Alazani valley and the Caucasus.
- The rtveli grape harvest takes place in September and October.
Details
Kakheti is easy to tour in one or two days by car or on an excursion from Tbilisi. If you plan tastings, hire a driver or join a tour.
Tip
If you're going to tastings, hire a driver; Georgia has strict penalties for drink-driving.
What may differ
Kakheti is liveliest during the autumn rtveli harvest, while in winter many wineries work by appointment.
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Sources
- National Agency for Cultural Heritage Preservation of GeorgiaChecked at:
- National Wine Agency of GeorgiaChecked at:
Information checked on October 3, 2026.
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