Bedoba is a remarkable Georgian estate whose identity is deeply rooted in the history of its founders, the Konchoshvili family, whose winemaking cellars date back to 1737. Meaning "Day of Luck", the brand beautifully honours this multi-generational legacy under the guidance of winemakers Nugzar Ksovreli and Thierry Fontannaz. The unique label pays tribute to Bishop Petre Konchoshvili, a prominent 19th-century figure, celebrating the historic bond between the family and the church—symbolised by the word "koncho", which translates to cross. Today, the estate successfully bridges ancient eastern European traditions with modern commercial appeal, making it one of the most exciting names in contemporary winemaking.
The estate's exceptional fruit is sourced from sustainable vineyards planted along the Duruji River valley in the premier Kakheti region of Eastern Georgia. Protected by the dramatic southern slopes of the Caucasus Mountains at altitudes over 400 metres, these old vines thrive in soils rich in black shale. This specific environment delivers hot summer days to fully ripen the grapes, balanced by cool mountain night air that locks in a vibrant natural acidity. This unique climate ensures the finished wines maintain a signature structure and elegant freshness, preventing the rich fruit profiles from ever feeling heavy or cloying on the palate.
The collection provides a brilliant commercial showcase of Georgia’s finest indigenous grape varieties, moving beyond mainstream choices to offer everyday drinkers a highly rewarding alternative. The range is led by the powerful Saperavi grape, a rare variety with both dark skins and red flesh that produces deeply coloured, full-bodied Georgian red wine bursting with juicy blackberry, dark plum, liquorice, and savoury spice. Expanding on this heritage, the collection features skin-contact amber or orange wine crafted from the native Rkatsiteli grape, delivering a wonderfully textured mouthfeel alongside notes of dried apricot, orange peel, and subtle nuttiness that pairs exceptionally well with food.
Central to the commercial appeal of this range is the seamless combination of ancient heritage and modern precision in the cellar. The winemaking team partially vinifies the fruit in traditional clay Qvevri vessels buried beneath the earth, an uninterrupted 8,000-year-old technique that naturally rounds out the firm grape tannins to create a remarkably smooth, velvety texture. Blended with components aged in seasoned oak barrels, the resulting range delivers premium quality and immense character. These wines act as an ideal entry point for wine lovers seeking to explore the unique flavours of Georgian wine through an accessible, food-friendly, and professionally crafted portfolio.