Georgia's central wine region, located in the Kartli plain around the ancient capital Mtskheta on the Mtkvari (Kura) River at 400–800 meters elevation. The Kartli region produces wines from indigenous varieties including Chinuri (the region's signature white), Goruli Mtsvane, and Shavkapito (red) in a continental climate with cold winters and warm, dry summers. Kartli wines are typically lighter and more mineral than the powerful Kakheti styles — making them the Georgian sommelier's choice for food-pairing precision. Château Mukhrani and Schuchmann Wines produce the region's benchmark wines.
| Year | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | Balanced Mtkvari valley vintage with characteristic Kartli mineral freshness. |
| 2022 | — | Record quality; Mukhrani Chinuri establishing as Georgia's finest still white benchmark. |
| 2021 | — | Strong season; Kartli natural wines gaining European import attention. |
| 2020 | — | Solid year; Georgian wine exports to Ukraine and Baltic states maintaining. |
| 2019 | — | Strong vintage; Kartli wines appearing in Tbilisi's finest restaurant wine lists. |
| 2018 | — | Exceptional conditions; Tavkveri red demonstrating age-worthiness in vertical tasting. |
| 2017 | — | Reliable vintage; Chinuri gaining recognition as Georgia's most food-friendly white variety. |
| 2016 | — | Strong season; Kartli wines establishing distinct identity from Kakheti in Georgian wine press. |
| 2015 | — | Outstanding Kartli vintage; Château Mukhrani Chinuri earning Decanter recognition. |