Traditions of Rtveli – the Georgian wine harvest
Among Georgia’s myriad wine traditions, ‘Rtveli’ holds a special place. This vibrant and age-old festival marks the grape harvest season, turning Georgian vineyards into lively hubs of celebration, song, and camaraderie. “Rtveli” is a special word for “Wine Grape Harvest”, reflecting the centrality of wine in Georgian life and culture.
Georgian Wine in Song
Georgia, often hailed as the birthplace of wine, has an inextricable bond between its ancient viniculture and its soul-stirring polyphonic singing. The two traditions, both brimming with history and emotion, weave together to form a captivating tapestry of Georgian culture. Dive deep into this connection, and you’ll find melodies that celebrate, revere, and echo the rhythms of the wine-making process and the joys of its consumption.