Fresh news! The Times Magazine has listed one of the Armenian red wines among the top 100 summer wines for 2020. Wonder how the Armenian beverage made to the list? Let us give you a quick tour through the history of Armenian wine-making.

Wine-making is one of the many things that makes the Armenian culture and its people unique and important for the world’s cultural heritage. According to the Bible, after the Flood, Noah planted a vine at the foot of the famous Armenian mount Ararat, which marked the beginning of the traditional wine-making on the territory of modern Armenia.

As in the case of other traditions as well, wine-making is one of many things that Armenians try to do according to the habits and advice of their ancestors. And, not surprisingly, with the help of its unique and aristocratic taste, Armenian wine is at the peak of its popularity and demand rates throughout the globe. According to the World Organization of Wine and Winemaking, in 2007 only, Armenians produced 43 thousand hL of wine. Imagine how the process and the production rates peaked alongside technological developments of the century! In recent years, not only the number of wineries and wine festivals organized throughout the country has increased, but also Armenian wine got mentioned in a number of prestigious publications such as Forbes and Buro 24/7.

Magical grapes that are the core of this amazing beverage grow in five different regions throughout the country, and according to a number of calculations, there are more than 400 grape varieties throughout the territory of the state. Out of this, more than 30 types of grapes were used in wine-making. For white wines, Armenians use grapes such as Voskehat and Kangun, for red ones, Areni is usually used.

In 2018 only, more than 25 new wineries were founded in Armenia. If you are a true wine enthusiast, then this country is a must-visit for you! You would not only be able to taste magical wine that these ancient people produce but also get familiar with the process of wine-making, which, in this country, is a combination of ancient traditions and modern trends in the field. Whether you like sweet, semi-sweet, or dry wine, we guarantee that you would be able to find the best version of it in this country! And let’s not forget about the exceptional hospitality of this nation, which would make the drinking process even more fun and family-oriented.