Tsolikouri ( ka, ცოლიკოური) is a light yellow-skinned white

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grown mainly in western

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. It cultivated in

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at an altitude of above sea level. Out of 400 different types of grapes in the country, Tsolikouri is among the most widespread varieties. Nearly 90% of

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s in western Georgia grow Tsolikauri. This sort usually matures by mid October. Grown in Orzhonikidze vineyards during Soviet rule of Georgia, Tsolikouri was considered one of high-quality grapes along with Chkhaveri and

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varieties. It has been used for production of premium dry, semi-sweet and semi-dry wines. Tsolikauri, Kolkheti, Lelo, Tvishi wines are made from Tsolikouri grapes. According to former Soviet statesman

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, Tsolikouri was one of favorite wines of

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