I am Giorgi Varadashvili, a graduate of the Viticulture and Winemaking program at the Agrarian University.
How and why I ended up where I am:
I am currently in Germany, doing internships at one of the country's largest wine production companies, Reh Kendermann, which produces 60 million bottles annually. I want to gain as much experience and knowledge as possible, which I will use in my country when I return.
Why I chose this profession:
Viticulture and winemaking encompass a wide range of areas, playing a significant role in Georgia’s economy, culture, and traditions. I believe that in the 21st century, it has been reborn in Georgia, and I wanted to contribute, even if just a little, to the development of this new era. That’s why I chose this profession.
At this stage, I have my own winery – Gavazi Estate – which my brother and I founded last year. We had our first harvest independently, and many wine lovers at various exhibitions liked our wine. Currently, I am deeply familiarizing myself with European wine technology, learning different techniques and methods.
My goal:
My goal is to implement these methods and simplicity into the Georgian wine industry, which will allow us to produce high-quality wine.
What motivates me to do the work I do:
My motivation is the love I have for this field, its diversity and character. It doesn’t allow you to stop or relax. To me, wine is alive, because it can become upset with you, and all your hard work can go to waste if you neglect or hurt it even once. The most rewarding moment is when the wine itself appreciates your hard work and brings you recognition.
What Georgian winemaking lacks:
Georgian winemaking lacks simplicity, technology, and individuality, but all of this is fixable, and it's our generation’s responsibility to overcome these challenges.
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