Tilisma Winery: Kisi-Khikhvi

Tilisma Kisi–Khikhvi 2023 comes from Mukuzani village, an iconic Kakheti microzone known for wines with natural depth and structure. Made with a short maceration, it keeps the profile bright and precise while still adding a touch of texture. Expect lifted orchard fruit, gentle spice, and a clean, confident finish. A great introduction to two of Kakheti’s most unique grapes in one distinctly Georgian bottle.

Winery: Tilisma
Grape variety: Kisi - Khikhvi
Region: Mukuzani, Kakheti, Georgia
Vintage: 2023
Eye: Light Amber
Alcohol: 11.50%

Food pairings:

Roast chicken with thyme & lemon: the wine’s floral/stone-fruit lift and subtle spice brighten the crispy skin and savoury juices without overpowering them.

Mushroom pasta (tagliatelle with butter, sage, and parmesan): its gentle texture and aromatic depth echo the earthy mushrooms, while the fresh acidity keeps every bite light.

Grilled sea bass with herbs & olive oil: the clean fruit and faint grip pair beautifully with flaky fish, and the herbal notes make the whole dish feel extra crisp.

Meet Keti, the driving force behind Tilisma—one of Kakheti’s standout women winemakers. Her signature is a lighter, more lifted expression of Kakhetian tradition: wines that keep their authenticity, but feel brighter, cleaner, and more approachable. Rooted in Mukuzani, she lets the vineyard lead and uses time-honoured Georgian methods to build texture without heaviness. The result is Kakheti with finesse—characterful, honest, and unmistakably Tilisma.