Where to Try Krakhuna Amber and Kisi in Batumi: A Guide to Rare Orange Wines at LEVEL Bar

Looking for authentic, living amber qvevri wine in Batumi? Drop by LEVEL wine bar — a place that respects Georgian winemaking traditions and offers only honest products. If you've already appreciated classic reds and whites, it's time to discover the world of orange wines created using ancient Kakhetian technology in clay vessels.

What is amber qvevri and why you should try it

Orange wines (or amber wine) are not a separate grape variety, but a production method. White grapes are fermented and macerated with skins, seeds, and stems right in clay vessels — qvevri, buried in the ground. As a result, the wine acquires a deep amber color, a complex aromatic profile, and pronounced tannins unusual for regular white wines. Special attention is given to this style in our wine list.

Rare autochthons: Krakhuna and Kisi

Our collection features pearls of Georgian winemaking that are rare to find in regular supermarkets:

• Krakhuna Amber — Western Georgian character with honey notes, dried fruits, and vibrant minerality. An excellent choice for those looking for authentic natural wine in Batumi.
• Kisi Amber — a Kakhetian variety with an incredible aroma of ripe pears, exotic fruits, and meadow herbs.

Also on the menu are Rkatsiteli Qvevri and Tsolikouri (detailed in our review on where to try chinuri and tsolikouri in Batumi). For those who want to dive deeper into the topic, we offer professional events and tastings, where sommeliers talk in detail about the philosophy of orange wines.

Gastronomic pairing

Orange wines have a full body and high tannins, so they require the right gastronomy. In our kitchen, a glass of Krakhuna or Kisi pairs perfectly with:

• Nadugi spheres with ajika;
• Winery cheese platter;
• Tender duck with tkemali-demiglace sauce (we recommend reading our material on where to eat deliciously in Batumi).

Beach vibe: wine by the sea at LEVEL Beach

Enjoying rare amber wines is now possible not only in the classic bar, but also on the coast. Our beach project LEVEL Beach on the New Boulevard welcomes guests all year round. Here, a glass of your favorite Krakhuna or Kisi combines perfectly with the sound of the surf, DJ sets, hookahs, and sunsets that Batumi is famous for.

Come to LEVEL to discover true Georgian wine in a cozy atmosphere in the very heart of the resort.