Where can you buy good wine in Batumi, and how much does it cost?
Shops, markets and typical bottle prices.
Short answer
In Batumi, good wine is sold in specialist wine shops, winery brand stores and large supermarkets, where a decent bottle costs roughly 15 to 40 GEL. Qvevri wine from small wineries is usually pricier, from 30 GEL. Homemade wine at markets is cheaper but varies widely in quality, so ask to taste first.
Why
- Specialist shops let you taste and get advice on what to choose.
- Price depends on the winery, the grape and whether the wine is made in qvevri.
- Prices in the tourist centre and on the boulevard are higher than in ordinary shops.
Details
You can taste wine at Batumi's wine bars and buy what you like there or from the producer. For flying, ask the shop for sturdy bottle packaging.
Tip
Ask for a tasting before buying in a wine shop; many offer it free.
What may differ
The same wine's price differs noticeably between brand shops, supermarkets and the airport.
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Sources
- National Wine Agency of GeorgiaChecked at:
Prices were collected in September 2026 and are given as ranges; they vary between venues.
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