In Georgia — the world’s cradle of wine — archaeologists uncovered a small bronze statue known as the Tamada, dating back nearly 3,000 years. The figure raises a drinking horn in his hand — confident, elegant, and poised to lead a toast.

In every Georgian feast, or supra, the Tamada is the toastmaster — the heart of the table, guiding each toast with wisdom, humor, and emotion. His words turn wine into connection — to God, to family, to love, to life itself.

The ancient Tamada reminds us that wine is more than a drink — it’s a ritual of togetherness, storytelling, and gratitude that has been alive in Georgia for millennia.