Underdog Grape · Armenia

Areni & indigenous Armenian blends

The oldest known winery on earth is a cave in Armenia, dated to about 4100 BC. The country is still making gorgeous, fruit-soaked reds for the price of a movie ticket — and almost nobody is paying attention.

Tasting profile
Full tasting notes live in the deep dive.
Drinks like
an old-world, earthy Pinot Noir
Where it grows
Armenia
Aragatsotn, Armenia
My score
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Where to buy
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The region

Armenia

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