Exports of natural grape wines from Georgia hit a record high in January-April. The country received an income of USD 78 million 604 thousand from the sale of wine, which was 30.2% higher compared to the same period of 2022.
According to official statistics, among the largest exporting products, wine occupies the fourth place with a 4%-share.
During the first four months of 2023, wine exports from Georgia to Russia was also at a record level. This year, 19,044 tons of wine worth USD 52.3 million were sold in Russia from Georgia. Accordingly, dependence on the market increased to 66.6%. In January-April 2022, the share of Russian wine exports was 55.7%. In addition, sales of goods in this direction increased by 55.5% compared to January-April last year.
TOP-10 Exporting Countries:
1. Russia - USD 52.3 million;
2. Poland - USD 4.2 million;
3. Ukraine - USD 4.1 million;
4. China - USD 3.7 million;
5. Kazakhstan - USD 2.8 million;
6. Belarus - USD 1.9 million;
7. USA - USD 1.6 million;
8. Germany - USD 1.4 million;
9. Latvia - USD 1.2 million;
10. Lithuania - USD 723 thousand.
