About Vino Ghvino 21
Building Cultural Bridges,
One Sip at a Time.
Vino (Spanish for wine) and Ghvino (Kartuli, the native language of Georgia, for wine) represents our founding: a pair of strangers, warriors from different countries, who found a shared language in wine.
Today, the wives of these warriors proudly share this story, dedicated to bringing the ancient history of winemaking from Georgia—the 'Cradle of Wine'—to hearts and homes across the Globe.
Our Core Values
Tradition
We honor the 8,000-year-old ancient winemaking craft of Georgia, the 'Cradle of Wine,' especially the Qvevri method.
Unification
Our foundation is built on 'unspoken words over a bottle of wine' and the vow to build cultural bridges.
Authenticity
We source only high-quality wines grown, produced, and bottled in the Country of Georgia.
Passion
We are a woman-owned and veteran operated company dedicated to sharing the history and joy of Georgian wine.
Our Family
"Ignited by her first sip of Georgian wine, Jamie made history as one of the first women to import these wines to the US."
Jamie Carrasquilla
Founder and Owner
"Michael bridges the Spanish and Kartuli worlds, uniting them through a shared passion for family and wine."
Michael Carrasquilla
Chief Executive Officer
"Gvantsa manages operations on the ground in Georgia, connecting ancient winemakers with the global market."
Gvantsa Magradze
Director of Operations (Georgia)
"Albert ensures the timely and safe delivery of our imports, mastering complex logistics across multiple regions."
Albert Mathis
Vice President of Logistics
"A certified Georgian Wine Specialist, Carmella helps build cultural bridges through education and administration."
Carmella Lombardo
Director of Administration
"Melissa curates immersive wine events, inspiring and educating guests about the 8,000-year history of Georgia."
Melissa Callahan
Director of Events
The History We Drink
Winemaking begins in Georgia, the 'Cradle of Wine'.
UNESCO adds Qvevri winemaking to the Intangible Cultural Heritage List.
Vino Ghvino 21 officially commences (The '21' in the name).
Jamie Carrasquilla makes history as an importer of Georgian wine to the US.
Largest variety and volume of Georgian wine imported to the US, including new varieties.
Partnerships established with major organizations like Tampa Bay Rays and the University of Florida.
Selling over 21 different unique Georgian wines, including the new 'Verde' and 'Vivid'.
Visit Us in Tampa
Office Address
1717 S 50th St,
Tampa, FL 33619
United States
Phone
(813) 895-8337Hours (EST)
Mon - Sun: By Appointment Only
Please contact us for wholesale inquiries.
Official Licensing & Compliance
- Woman-Owned and Veteran Operated
- Florida State Wine Importer / Distributor
- Nationwide DTC Partner (VinoShipper)
Serving
All of Florida
Compliant Shipping
We ensure your Georgian wine arrives safely and legally, adhering to strict state regulations and temperature controls.
In-State ShippingFlorida Residents
Direct shipping to all Florida addresses is handled via UPS with our state distribution license, ensuring faster delivery times.
- Direct control and fulfillment from our Tampa HQ.
- Compliant collection of Florida sales tax.
Out-of-State ShippingNationwide
We seamlessly handle interstate shipping laws across 40+ states through our compliance partner, VinoShipper.
- Real-time compliance and excise tax reporting.
- Automatic verification of allowable state/zip codes.
Important: Adult Signature (21+) is required on all deliveries. We cannot ship to PO Boxes.