Vineyards

Our 27 hectares of vineyards are situated in the prestigious Kindzmarauli micro-zone (AOC), at the confluence of the Alazani and Duruji rivers—an exceptional terroir known for producing distinctive wines.

The unique combination of fertile soils, favorable microclimate, and the dedication and expertise of our team allows us to achieve consistent yields of 5,000 to 6,000 kilograms of grapes per hectare each year, while maintaining outstanding quality.

Saperavi

Planted 2001, 2004, 2013
Vineyard - 15,6 Ha (Kvareli and Nekresi)
Harvest:
2020 - 35,66 tons
2021 - 39,39 tons
2022 - 34,45 tons
2023  - 11,10 tons (Hail damage 95% Kvareli)
2024 - 30,90 tons
2025 -54,52 tons (Certified Organic)

Mtsvane

Planted 2016
Vineyard - 5,7 Ha
Harvest:
2021 -19,57 tons
2022 - 9,03 tons
2023  - 5,45 tons (Hail damage 30% Nekresi)
2024 - 16,25 tons
2025 - 12,05 tons (Certified Organic)

Khikhvi

Planted 2016
Vineyard - 1,1 Ha
Harvest:
2021 - 7,96 tons
2022 - 3,20 tons
2023 - 1,01 tons (Hail damage 30% Nekresi)
2024 - 7,39 tons
2025 - 0 tons (fully damaged - Fungi)

Rkatsiteli

Planted 2013
Vineyard - 1,1 Ha
Harvest:
2021 - 10,24 tons
2022  - 4,56 tons
2023 - 1,60 tons (Hail damage 30% Nekresi)
2024 - 3,18 tons
2025 - 6,87 tons (Certified Organic)

Kisi

Planted 2013
Vineyard - 1,96 Ha
Harvest:
2020 - 20,21 tons
2021 - 27,33 tons
2022 - 14,09 tons
2023 - 8,74 tons (Hail damage 30% Nekresi)
2024 - 24,15 tons
2025 - 20,89  tons (Certified Organic)

Chardonnay and Sovegnion Blanc

Planted 2015
Vineyard - 2,2 Ha
Harvest:
2022 - 13,00 tons
2023 - 4,90 tons (Hail damage 30% Nekresi)
2024 - 14,84 tons
2025 - 11,12 tons (Certified Organic)

Vineyard Treatment

We cultivate our vineyards using exclusively biodynamic practices, avoiding all chemical fertilizers and fungicides to preserve the natural balance of the ecosystem and the purity of our grapes.

Each harvest is carried out entirely by hand, using a meticulous selection process to ensure only the finest fruit is chosen. The grapes are carefully transported in 15 kg crates, protecting them from damage and maintaining their integrity from vine to cellar. Our vineyards are located just a few meters from the estate, allowing for immediate processing after harvest.

Before entering the vinification tanks, the grapes are rigorously inspected and sorted on a vibrating sorting table. They are then gently destemmed and lightly crushed to preserve their delicate character.

We use only the first and finest juice from the grapes, resulting in wines of exceptional quality and distinction.

Oenologist

Data Gamgoneishvili

Master of Wine-Viticulture
- SupAgro Montpellier & Bordeaux Sciences Agro (France)
- Université Hochschule Geisenheim (Germany)

Experience
From 2019 Data joined JSC Friends' Cellar as a chief oenologist and since then is making wine for Ikano Estate.
Also he owns small wine cellar under the brand name Oreste Wine Estate.