Heavy rainfall in Adjara has destroyed approximately 40% of this year’s grape harvest at family-owned winery Chkhaveli. Co-founder Maka Tedoradze told BMGTV’s Women’s Narrative that the season was particularly challenging for organic wine producers, as high humidity and frequent rainfall make it difficult to protect grapes without chemical treatments.
Despite the losses, Chkhaveli plans to maintain its organic production philosophy, focusing on small-scale winemaking and local grape varieties. Tedoradze said these characteristics give Adjarian wines a distinctive identity and attract growing interest from wine enthusiasts.
Located in the village of Erge, around 10 kilometres from Batumi, Chkhaveli was established in 2023 by Tedoradze and her husband. The winery currently produces approximately 2,000-2,500 bottles annually and supplies several restaurants.
Looking ahead, the winery plans to expand production and enter international markets, with Western countries among its priority export destinations.
