Kvevri or qvevri (Georgian: ქვევრი [ˈkʰvɛvɾi]) - also known as ch'uri (Georgian: ჭური [ˈtʃʼuɾi]) in Western Georgia - are large earthenware vessels used for the fermentation, storage and aging of …

According to archaeological evidence, the first Georgian wines were made and stored in earthenware vessels called qvevri (or kvevri). The qvevri is Georgia’s most important and best-known winemaking …

May 26, 2021 · Everywhere they’re used, qvevri are considered to be an optimal form of temperature control. As modern winemakers around the world build ever-more-complex temperature-control …

Apr 9, 2023 · Qvevri: A traditional, egg-shaped clay vessel buried underground from the birthplace of wine is gaining popularity among producers around the world.

Pronounced “kveh-vree” and also spelled as kvevri (or called ch'uri in Western Georgia), these giant clay vessels have become all the recent rage in hip natural winemaking circles around the world… but …

Dec 13, 2021 · Qvevri wine-making is practised throughout Georgia, particularly in village communities where unique varieties of grapes are grown. The Qvevri is an egg-shaped earthenware vessel used …

Feb 11, 2025 · What makes Georgian wine so unique is the use of Qvevri, an egg-shaped clay vessel buried underground to ferment and age the wine. This traditional method has been passed down …

Explore the rich history of Qvevri, the traditional Georgian winemaking vessel. Learn about its crafting, cultural impact, and role in creating unique wines.

Qvevris are gigantic terra-cotta vessels, handmade by only a small number of remaining craftspeople, who likely learned the trade from their parents. These artisans can take weeks, or even...

Qvevri wine generally involves fermenting, vinifying, and aging a certain amount of grape juice with chacha (husks of grapes/grape skin and pips). The first and foremost rule of Qvevri wine-making is to …