Carved Wine Ladle (Chapi)
Georgian boxwood, hand-carved
The chapi is the traditional Georgian wine ladle, used to serve from the qvevri at feast. Carved from dense mountain boxwood. Each piece is slightly different in form — the marks of the carver's tool are intentionally left visible.
Sourcing area
Carved from Georgian mountain boxwood by craftsmen in Kakheti and Tbilisi.
Minimum order
1 piece. Bulk pricing available for orders of 6 or more.
Lead time
Stock pieces available for immediate dispatch. Custom form or engraving: allow 3–4 weeks.
Quality variability
Each ladle is slightly different in bowl depth, handle curve, and surface character. Tool marks are intentionally preserved. No two are identical.
Storage / shelf life
Indefinite with normal care. Rub with food-safe mineral oil or walnut oil periodically. Do not soak in water or put in dishwasher.
Packaging
Wrapped in tissue, boxed.
Import restrictions
No known restrictions for carved hardwood items in standard export markets. CITES does not apply to Georgian boxwood.
Notes
Boxwood is exceptionally dense — these pieces are heavier than they appear. Bowl capacity is approximately 100–150ml, sized for traditional qvevri wine scooping.