‘Trace through centuries of wine history and almost every trail will lead back to Armenia’: Wine Enthusiast

Wine Enthusiast, a popular American magazine specializing in wine, spirits, food, and travel, explored the rich history of Armenian winemaking, as well as “nine grapes to help you understand Armenian wine.”

“As the Book of Genesis describes, the country—nestled between Iran to the south, Turkey to the west and Azerbaijan to the East—was home to the world’s first grapevines. When Noah’s Ark ran aground on Mount Ararat, he planted rows of vines (and got quite drunk off the first harvest). Students of history know that the snow-capped peak, despite its present-day location within the borders of neighboring Turkey, is an iconic symbol of Armenia,” the article says.

The article mentions grape varieties such as Voskehat, Khatoun, Kangun, Garan Dmak, Areni Noir, Tigrani, Haghtanak, Kakhet, and Tozot.