Private Wine Tour

Village Wine Cellar Walk in Tsnori

Backyard qvevri tastings and countryside vineyard strolls

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Sip Local: Explore Tsnori's Family Vineyards

Just outside the center of Tsnori lie small village homes with ancient qvevri wine-making traditions. This private tour introduces you to artisan winemakers working with Saperavi, Rkatsiteli, and other Kakhetian grapes. Your driver-guide will take you through scenic backroads, stopping at 2–3 unique cellars for stories, tastings, and light snacks. No commercial showrooms, just real wine and welcoming families.

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What’s included

Private driver and wine-area local guide

Tastings at 2–3 small wine cellars

Short walks through village vineyards

Light snacks: cheese, bread, churchkhela

Wine Route Overview

Your tour begins in Tsnori and explores the surrounding villages, home to passionate winemakers keeping Kakheti’s qvevri tradition alive. You’ll ride short distances between homes and vineyards, with time to walk through grape rows and taste direct from the source. Each stop offers a different grape, technique, or story.

Vehicle & Comfort

You'll travel in a private vehicle suited to group size, compact car, minivan, or 4x4, driven by a local familiar with the area. The pacing is relaxed, and walking is light and optional. For groups with children or elderly guests, we adjust stops for comfort and timing.

Tour Timing & Price

This half-day tour typically takes 3–4 hours. Morning and late afternoon departures are recommended to avoid peak heat. Pricing starts at $110 per group (up to 4 people), including wine tastings. Larger groups and full-day upgrades are available on request.

Taste the Real Kakheti

Skip the polished tasting rooms, this tour brings you closer to real people, real vineyards, and real stories. Whether you're curious about qvevri fermentation, regional grape varieties, or just want to sip in peace, your driver will help shape the experience. Pickup is available from any location in Georgia.

Frequently asked questions

Each cellar offers 2–3 pours, usually around 50–100ml per wine. If you’d like to purchase bottles or arrange a longer tasting, your driver can help arrange that.

Yes. With extra time or a full-day booking, we can add more stops depending on your interest and availability of the hosts.

Yes. Some families enjoy this tour for the views, snacks, and rural atmosphere. Non-drinkers can skip tastings while enjoying the full experience.

Comfortable shoes and a bottle of water are helpful. You may also want to bring cash if you’d like to purchase wine or handmade goods directly from hosts.