Badagoni

Name

Badagoni

Legal name

JSC Badagoni

Website

https://badagoni.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wine Production

NAICS

Wineries (312130), Grape Vineyards (111332)

SIC

Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Wine Production & Winemaking (AFAFAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wine & Sparkling Wine Wineries & Brands (CRADAIAB), Wine Grape Vineyard Operations (Varietal/AVA Practices, Yield & Quality Targets) (AFAGAJAJ), Wineries & Vineyards (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAE)

Keywords

• Georgian wine production
• Qvevri traditional winemaking
• Sparkling wine manufacturing
• Indigenous grape varietals
• Premium wine export

Headquarters

HQ city

Tbilisi

HQ country

Georgia

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Wine Production and Sales: Badagoni produces over 12 million bottles annually across quiet wines, sparkling wines, chacha, and qvevri wines. Revenue generated through direct sales to distributors, wine shops, restaurants, and direct-to-consumer hospitality outlets in Georgia.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Badagoni produces and sells Georgian wines across four main categories — qvevri wines (Saperavi, Rkatsiteli, Khikhvi, Kisi) made using ancient clay-vessel fermentation in the 11th-century Alaverdi Monastery cellar, European-style still red and white wines from indigenous grape varieties, sparkling wines under the Maestro and Badagoni labels, and chacha (traditional grape brandy). The company operates 500 hectares of vineyards across Kakheti, a high-tech production facility in Akhmeta, and exports to 35+ countries.

Product overview

Badagoni is a Georgian wine company producing a diverse portfolio of wines from exclusively Georgian grape varieties. The product lineup includes: (1) Qvevri wines - traditional wines made using ancient Georgian methods with clay vessels buried underground, including Saperavi, Rkatsiteli, Khikhvi, and Kisi qvevri wines produced at the 11th-century Alaverdi Monastery cellar; (2) European-style still wines - red wines (Saperavi, Mukuzani, Kindzmarauli, Khvanchkara, Akhasheni), white wines (Tsinandali, Manavi, Kisi, Tvishi), and rosé; (3) Sparkling wines under the Maestro and Badagoni labels in various styles (Brut, Extra Brut, Rose, Semi-Dry, Semi-Sweet); (4) Chacha (traditional Georgian grape spirit); (5) Specialty wines including Kosher Saperavi and the premium 1011 series wines. The company combines 8,000-year-old Georgian winemaking traditions with modern technology and scientific expertise from Italian enologist Dr. Donato Lanati.

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Products and services

• Saperavi Reserve Premium dry red wine made from Saperavi grapes (Qvevri/classic); awarded Best of Show Georgia red at Mundus Vini. Aimed at wine connoisseurs and premium on-trade accounts.
• Qvevri Saperavi Traditional qvevri red wine made from Saperavi grapes using ancient Georgian clay-vessel fermentation buried underground.
• Alaverdi Tradition Red Red dry wine crafted using traditional European methods and Alaverdi Monastery heritage, drawn from the cellar that anchors Badagoni's qvevri program.
• Alaverdi Tradition White (Qvevri) White qvevri wine produced at the restored 11th-century Alaverdi Monastery cellar following traditional Georgian methods.
• Qvevri Khikhvi Traditional qvevri white wine made from Khikhvi grapes using ancient Georgian winemaking techniques.
• Qvevri Kisi Traditional qvevri white wine made from Kisi grape variety, indigenous to Georgia.
• Kakhetian Noble Premium dry white wine created by chief enologist Dr. Donato Lanati, crafted from Rkatsiteli and Kakhuri Mtsvane grapes.
• Saperavi 1011 Qvevri red dry wine made from Saperavi grapes grown near Alaverdi Monastery, aged in the historic 11th-century cellar.
• Rkatsiteli 1011 Qvevri white dry wine made from Rkatsiteli grapes, produced at Alaverdi Monastery cellar following centuries-old Georgian tradition.
• Saperavi Kosher Kosher red wine made from Saperavi grapes, produced since 2018 with proper kosher certification.
• Mukuzani Premium PDO dry red wine from Mukuzani micro-zone in Kakheti, made from 100% Saperavi grapes, aged 6–8 months in French oak barrels.
• Khvanchkara Semi-sweet PDO red wine from the Khvanchkara appellation in Racha-Lechkhumi, made from Aleksandrouli and Mujuretuli grapes.
• Kindzmarauli Semi-sweet PDO red wine from Kindzmarauli micro-zone, made from Saperavi grapes grown in the foothills of the Caucasus Mountains.
• Saperavi (classic dry) Dry red wine made from Saperavi grapes with rich dark ruby color, bold character and 13% alcohol content.
• Akhasheni PDO dry red wine from Akhasheni appellation, made from 100% Saperavi grapes with balanced acidity and refined taste.
• Alazani Valley White Semi-sweet white wine made from Rkatsiteli grapes, offering light quince notes and elegant taste.
• Alazani Valley Red Semi-sweet red wine made from Saperavi grapes, characterized by a soft and approachable character.
• Pirosmani White White wine with light straw color, mild and airy bouquet, cheerful and harmonious taste.
• Pirosmani Red Red wine with ripe cherry color and distinct aroma of ripe cherry.
• Saperavi Rose (still) Dry rose wine from Saperavi grapes with pomegranate and raspberry notes, elegant and mild taste.
• Manavi PDO dry white wine from Kakhuri Mtsvane grapes grown in the Manavi appellation, elegant and refreshing.
• Tvishi PDO semi-sweet wine from Tsolikouri grapes in the Tvishi appellation, Lechkhumi region.
• Tsinandali PDO dry white wine from a Mtsvane and Rkatsiteli blend from the Tsinandali appellation, well-rounded and complex.
• Kisi (dry white) Dry white wine made exclusively from the Kisi grape variety, reflecting the true character of its terroir.
• GAU#5 White One White wine from the GAU#5 series with citrus tones.
• GAU#5 White Two White wine from the GAU#5 series with fruit tones.
• GAU#5 Rose Three Dry rose wine from the GAU#5 series with flower tones.
• GAU#5 Red Four Red wine from the GAU#5 series with berry tones and slightly sweet taste.
• GAU#5 Red Five Red wine from the GAU#5 series with cherry tones and balanced sweetness.
• Badagoni Brut Sparkling wine from Kakhuri Mtsvane grapes with citrus and green apple aromas.
• Badagoni Rose (sparkling) Sparkling rose wine from Saperavi grapes with floral aromas and balanced acidity.
• Maestro Extra Brut Premium sparkling wine from carefully selected Kakhetian Mtsvane grapes with citrus and crisp apple tones.
• Maestro Extra Rose Brut Premium rose sparkling wine from carefully selected Saperavi grapes with floral bouquet and red berry tones.
• Maestro Brut Sparkling wine from Kakhetian Mtsvane and Rkatsiteli grapes with green apple and citrus aromas.
• Maestro Saperavi (sparkling) Sparkling wine from Saperavi grapes with intense ruby color and forest-fruit notes.
• Maestro Semi-Dry Semi-dry sparkling wine from Kakhetian Mtsvane and Rkatsiteli grapes.
• Maestro Rose (sparkling) Semi-dry rose sparkling wine from Saperavi grapes with floral aromas.
• Maestro Semi-Sweet Semi-sweet sparkling wine from Kakhetian Mtsvane and Rkatsiteli grapes with a spring-flowers bouquet.
• Chacha Classic Traditional Georgian grape pomace spirit (chacha) with ripe yellow plum and almond aroma.
• Chacha Original Premium traditional Georgian grape spirit with amber color, oak and fruit taste.
• Wine Tourism and Hospitality (Badagoni House, Tbilisi and Kakheti) Direct-to-consumer wine tourism and tasting experiences at Badagoni hospitality facilities, including the Alaverdi Monastery cellar in Kakheti and locations in Tbilisi.

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature5 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Alaverdi MonasterycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2006Partnership to restore the 11th-century monastery wine cellar. Badagoni supported the restoration of the historic cellar where local monks now produce monastic wines using traditional qvevri methods. Badagoni produces their qvevri wines including Alaverdi Tradition, Saperavi, Kisi, and Khikhvi in this cellar.
• Enosis MeravigliacoreTechnology or IntegrationInternational research center led by Dr. Donato Lanati, Badagoni's chief enologist. The partnership provides scientific expertise, laboratory analysis, and quality control for all Badagoni products. Each product undergoes final inspection at Enosis Meraviglia's laboratory.
• BertolasocoreTechnology or IntegrationItalian company that developed exclusive microfiltration and bottling systems for Badagoni, ensuring protection against oxygen exposure and iron contact to preserve wine organoleptic characteristics.
• EnoteccoreTechnology or IntegrationItalian company that developed exclusive microfiltration and bottling systems for Badagoni in collaboration with Bertolaso.
• GortancoreTechnology or IntegrationItalian manufacturer of stainless steel fermentation tanks installed at Badagoni winery.
• Della TofolacoreTechnology or IntegrationItalian manufacturer of stainless steel fermentation tanks meeting highest standards at Badagoni winery.
• GimarcoreTechnology or IntegrationItalian manufacturer of stainless steel fermentation tanks installed at Badagoni winery.
• Anton PaarcoreTechnology or IntegrationAustrian manufacturer of high-precision laboratory equipment including pH meters and spectrophotometers used in Badagoni's quality control laboratory.
• GibertinicoreTechnology or IntegrationItalian manufacturer of laboratory equipment including nephelometers and refractometers used in Badagoni's quality control.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• E. & J. Gallo Winery:
• Antinori (Marchesi Antinori):
• Penfolds (Treasury Wine Estates):
• Château Margaux:
• Vega Sicilia:

Direct peers

• Tbilvino: Tbilvino is one of Georgia's largest wine producers and exporters, offering a comparable portfolio of Georgian varietal still and sparkling wines with international distribution. It competes directly with Badagoni in both domestic and export channels, particularly across CIS and European markets.
• Schuchmann Wines: Schuchmann Wines Georgia produces premium European-style and qvevri wines in the Kakheti region under German-Georgian ownership, with on-site hospitality. It targets overlapping premium export markets and competes for similar distributor relationships as Badagoni.
• Telavi Wine Cellar (Marussia Beverages): Telavi Wine Cellar, owned by Marussia Beverages, is another major Georgian wine producer with Kakheti-region vineyards and a broad export footprint. It is a direct competitor to Badagoni in scale, varietal range, and international market presence.
• Georgian Wine & Spirits (GWS): GWS is a Tbilisi-based producer and exporter of Georgian wines including qvevri and traditional varietals. It competes with Badagoni for international shelf placement and wine competition awards in the premium Georgian segment.
• Kakhetian Traditional Winemaking (KTW):

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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