Mtevandidi

Mtevandidi
Grape (Vitis)
SpeciesVitis vinifera
Also calledAkido, Achido, Didd Metvana, Didmtevana, Didtevano
OriginGeorgia (country)
Notable regionsGuria
HazardsParasites
VIVC number8114

Mtevandidi (Georgian: მტევანდიდი) is an indigenous red grape variety from the region of Guria in the country of Georgia, primarily used for producing table wine. It is known also by the synonyms Akido ("two-bunched sprout"), Achido, Didd Mtevana, Didmtevana, and Didtevano. There are no written sources regarding the origin of Mtevandidi. Botanical and agricultural features suggest that this variety is indigenous to Georgia.