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Numisi Cellar Museum: A Journey into Georgian Winemaking History

Explore Georgia's winemaking heritage at Numisi Cellar Museum: a 16th-century cellar with ancient artifacts, traditional wine tasting, and cultural immersion.

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Discover the rich heritage of Georgian winemaking at the Numisi Cellar Museum in Velistsikhe, Kakheti. This historical museum, housed in a 16th-century wine cellar, showcases ancient winemaking techniques and artifacts, offering an immersive experience into Georgia's vibrant wine culture.

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Local tips

  • Visit during the harvest season (autumn) to witness the winemaking process in full swing.
  • Try the local Kakhetian cuisine alongside the wine tasting for a complete cultural experience.
  • Check the museum's schedule for live Georgian folk music performances.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Tbilisi, take a minibus (marshrutka) from Ortachala Bus Station to Kvareli. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes and costs around $4. From Kvareli, take a taxi to Velistsikhe, which is approximately a 20-minute drive. Expect to pay around 20-30 GEL for the taxi fare.

  • Taxi

    From Tbilisi, a taxi directly to Numisi Cellar Museum in Velistsikhe will take approximately 2 hours, covering around 132 km. The estimated fare is between $30-$40. Alternatively, a private car transfer can be pre-booked for around $120-$215, depending on the vehicle type.

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Nestled in the picturesque village of Velistsikhe, in the heart of Kakheti's renowned wine region, the Numisi Cellar Museum offers a captivating glimpse into Georgia's ancient winemaking traditions. Established in 2010, this private historical museum is located in one of Georgia's most storied wine cellars, dating back to the 16th century. The museum itself is housed within a beautifully restored stone building, constructed with white river stones and bricks, showcasing the classical architecture of the region. Inside, visitors can explore the arched wine storage, complete with a centuries-old limestone wine press (Satsnakheli) and 33 qvevri (traditional clay wine pitchers) buried beneath the ground for wine fermentation. The museum boasts a collection of over 5,000 artifacts, including clay, glass, copper, and wooden vessels, offering insights into Georgia's long and vibrant winemaking history. Beyond winemaking artifacts, the museum also features exquisite women's jewelry, 18th-century brass wine vessels, old carpets, and traditional furnishings. Rare artifacts, such as an old French grape press machine and vintage German wine allocator pumps, add to the museum's unique appeal. Visitors can also explore a permanent ethnographic exhibition that spans centuries of Georgian culture. The Numisi Wine Cellar-Museum offers visitors the opportunity to savor naturally aged wine straight from the qvevri and enjoy a traditional Kakhetian lunch, with the chance to bake traditional Kakhetian bread (Shoti) and listen to live Georgian folk music. The museum's picturesque terrace and charming village courtyard, complete with a mini-garden and grapevines, create a welcoming and entertaining atmosphere.

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