That's Wine! S01E06 · Georgia

Overview

Georgia rightfully claims the title of being the cradle of world winemaking, boasting an impressive cultural and historical heritage spanning 8000 years. Wine has always been an intrinsic aspect of every Georgian's life, earning it the colloquial label of "part of the blood of every Georgian." A unique facet of Georgian winemaking lies in the ancient technique of producing wine in qvevris - big clay vessels that are buried in the ground. Our journey will lead us to explore qvevri production and amber wine, a contemporary global trend that has always been deeply intertwined with Georgian tradition. We will delve into the gradual erosion of Georgian winemaking traditions due to the Soviet legacy, and how modern Georgian winemaking is on a quest to define its identity pursuing international export opportunities while circumventing the Russian market. Furthermore, we will know abouat the cultivation of a new generation of talented female winemakers within a patriarchal society.

Torrents

Subtitles

Episodes

1. 1 1. Cyprus2023-12-01The small area of the Cyprus island holds within it the blend of different cultures: Greek, Turkish, and British. All of these influences have shaped the country's winemaking histo
2. 2 2. Greece2023-12-01Winemaking in Greece is an integral part of the country. It was praised in the mythology and poems of ancient Greek writers, making it an essential component of a great civilizatio
3. 3 3. Armenia2023-12-01In Armenia, the world's oldest winery has been discovered - an ancient cave with preserved clay vessels for wine, known as "karas." These Armenian karases have become a symbol of t
4. 4 4. Lebanon2023-12-01Winemaking in Lebanon traces its roots back to the times of the Phoenicians, who were the first to export wine throughout the Mediterranean. It was thanks to the Phoenicians that w
5. 5 5. Israel2023-12-01From biblical times, wine has held a significant role in the daily life of the Holy Land. In the present day, Israel stands as one of the most contradictory and intricate nations,
6. 6 6. Georgia2023-12-01Georgia rightfully claims the title of being the cradle of world winemaking, boasting an impressive cultural and historical heritage spanning 8000 years. Wine has always been an in