Just east of Tbilisi, the hills grow softer, and the scenery turns greener — this is Kakheti, Georgia’s most famous wine region. Along the way, you pass through welcoming villages and endless vineyards, where local families have carefully preserved their traditions for generations.
Badiauri: Bread and Traditions
In Badiauri, each day begins with the warmth of clay ovens. Meanwhile, the air carries the gentle scent of freshly baked bread. On the tables, hosts arrange homemade cheeses, and every bite reflects centuries of simple hospitality. Here, tradition thrives in every gesture — quiet, enduring, and sincere.
Manavi: Among the Vines
The hills of Manavi stretch beneath the open sky, their slopes lined with vineyards. Here, the Mtsvane grape ripens under the generous Kakhetian sun. In family cellars, winemakers practice their craft with patience and care, taking pride in vines they have tended for generations.
Bodbe Monastery: Stillness Above the Valley
Above the wide sweep of the Alazani Valley, Bodbe Monastery stands among cypress and gardens. For centuries, pilgrims and travelers have come here, finding solace within its ancient walls. Inside, the monks cherish the memory of St. Nino, and her presence lingers in the quiet corners, in the hush of prayer, and in the fragrance of blooming roses.
Sighnaghi: Overlooking the Alazani
Perched on the hillside, Sighnaghi gazes over endless fields and the distant blue of the Caucasus. Here, cobblestone streets and painted balconies gather the sunlight, and each turn offers a new glimpse of the valley below. Today, old stone ramparts remind visitors of a time of watchfulness. Yet life now moves slowly — in laughter shared on shaded terraces, in the comfort of wine poured for friends, and in sunsets that linger long into the evening.
A Region Remembered
Kakheti is a place where the landscape and its people move in harmony — where the rituals of bread, wine, and welcome are never rushed, and every season leaves its own quiet mark. For guests of Bellevue Boutique Hotel, we are pleased to help open the doors to Kakheti’s timeless world.
