Summer wines from Georgia in London — a BTG Guide
12 June 2026
Summer heatwaves and Georgian wine go really well together, more than many people realise.
While Georgia is often associated with powerful amber wines and bold Saperavi-based reds, the country also produces refreshing whites, lively sparklings, pungent rosés and chillable reds. Moreover, many of these wines are now available by the glass in restaurants and wine bars across London!
Interest in Georgian wine tends to stay strong throughout the summer months, particularly from late May through July, when outdoor dining, picnics and terrace drinking come into full swing. Whether you're looking for something bubbly, fresh, pink, orange or red, here are some of the best Georgian wines to seek out this summer.
Sparkling
Ori Marani — Areva
A rare sparkling rosé made from Tavkveri, Chinuri and Goruli Mtsvane. Lively and packed with personality, it combines fresh red berry and pomegranate skin flavour, bright acidity and intense bubbles. It is also one of the few wines available in the UK that captures the character of Kartli's indigenous grapes in sparkling form.
Try it by the glass at:
Kinkally
43 Charlotte St., London W1T 1RS
https://maps.app.goo.gl/9trX6QkuTwtnn5Kx6
Okro's Wines — Rkatsiteli Pét-Nat
Georgia's most widely planted grape takes on a playful personality here. Lightly sparkling and gently cloudy, it offers citrus, orchard fruit and plenty of freshness. An ideal aperitif for a warm evening.
Try it by the glass at:
Kinkally
43 Charlotte St., London W1T 1RS
https://maps.app.goo.gl/9trX6QkuTwtnn5Kx6
Blue Donkey — Pét-Nat Tsolikouri
One of the most refreshing wines on this list. Tsolikouri's naturally high acidity makes it perfectly suited to pét-nat production, delivering citrus, melon, green apple and a subtle yeasty character that works brilliantly with summer food.
Try it by the glass at:
DakaDaka
10 Heddon St, London W1B 4BX
https://maps.app.goo.gl/bPrquK92i9Ce5qXC8
Crisp Summer Whites
Mildiani — Tsinandali
A classic for a reason. Made from Rkatsiteli and Kakhuri Mtsvane, Tsinandali combines citrus fruit, white flowers and refreshing acidity. It remains one of Georgia's most versatile summer wines.
Try it by the glass at:
Trivet
36 Snowsfields, London SE1 3SU
Wine Man — Rkatsiteli
Simple, straightforward and food-friendly. This is the kind of wine that belongs on a sunny terrace alongside salads, grilled vegetables, seafood and casual lunches with friends.
Try it by the glass at:
Kartuli
65 Lordship Ln, London SE22 8EP
https://maps.app.goo.gl/sxggbq2vZqEPi9UA9
Gurmani
238 Langham Rd, Duckett's Green, London N15 3NB
https://maps.app.goo.gl/2qErzQrPSm1CcoXg8
Pheasant's Tears — Rkatsiteli Bodbiskhevi
An example of a white wine fermented in qvevri (without skin contact). Textural and characterful, yet fresh enough for warmer weather, it shows why Rkatsiteli continues to attract new fans around the world.
Try it by the glass at:
Kinkally
43 Charlotte St., London W1T 1RS
https://maps.app.goo.gl/9trX6QkuTwtnn5Kx6
Amber Wines for Summer
Naberauli — Rachuli Mtsvane
Six months on skins in qvevri brings golden colour, yellow fruit, wild herbs and silky tannins. Rich enough for food, fresh enough for summer.
Taste it by the glass at:
Diogenes the Dog
96 Rodney Road, London SE17 1BG
https://maps.app.goo.gl/WEfwsYt2ecYG35mj6
Aspen & Meursault
96 Westbridge Road, London SW11 3PH
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mcjftGE6aSjDQz3p9
Nikifore — Kisi Dry
Kisi has become one of Georgia's most exciting white varieties. Aromatic without being overwhelming, it offers notes of peach, apricot, citrus peel and wild herbs, supported by lively acidity and impressive balance.
Try it by the glass at:
DakaDaka
10 Heddon St, London W1B 4BX
https://maps.app.goo.gl/bPrquK92i9Ce5qXC8
Okro's Wines — Mtsvane-Rkatsiteli
Proof that amber wine is not just for winter. Floral, textured and vibrant, it combines the citrus character of Rkatsiteli with the aromatic lift of Mtsvane. Try it with grilled fish, roast chicken or seasonal vegetables.
Try it by the glass at:
DakaDaka
10 Heddon St, London W1B 4BX
https://maps.app.goo.gl/bPrquK92i9Ce5qXC8
Chelti — Kisi Qvevri
An aromatic amber wine made in qvevri with extended skin contact. Expect dried apricot, herbs, tea leaf and spice, balanced by freshness and structure. A brilliant partner for grilled food and summer feasts.
Try it by the glass at:
Gurmani
238 Langham Rd, Duckett's Green, London N15 3NB
https://maps.app.goo.gl/2qErzQrPSm1CcoXg8
Rosé
Ori Marani — Revoir un Printemps
One of the most convincing Georgian rosés currently available in the UK. A blend of indigenous grapes from Kartli and Imereti, it combines wild strawberry and redcurrant fruit with bright acidity and a savoury edge. Refreshing enough for a sunny afternoon, but serious enough for food.
Try it by the glass at:
DakaDaka
10 Heddon St, London W1B 4BX
https://maps.app.goo.gl/bPrquK92i9Ce5qXC8
Shumi — Rosé
Bright, approachable and easy to enjoy. Packed with fresh berry fruit and crisp acidity, it works equally well as an aperitif or alongside lighter summer dishes.
Try it by the glass at:
Kartuli
65 Lordship Ln, London SE22 8EP
https://maps.app.goo.gl/sxggbq2vZqEPi9UA9
A Red for Summer
Oda Wines — Ojaleshi
If you're convinced that summer is only for white and rosé wines, Ojaleshi might change your mind. This western Georgian variety produces lighter-bodied reds with juicy red fruit, floral notes and gentle tannins. Serve it slightly chilled and enjoy it with charcuterie, grilled vegetables or simply on its own.
Try it by the glass at:
DakaDaka
10 Heddon St, London W1B 4BX
https://maps.app.goo.gl/bPrquK92i9Ce5qXC8
Feeling curious?
For lovers of classic summer whites, Mildiani Tsinandali, Wine Man Rkatsiteli and Nikifore Kisi are easy recommendations. If you're feeling adventurous, explore Georgia's growing collection of pét-nats and sparkling wines. And if you've always associated amber wine with colder months, summer might be the perfect time to revisit them.
The best part is that you don't need to commit to a full bottle. The London venues we mentioned are pouring Georgian wines by the glass, making it easier than ever to discover just how diverse it can be!
