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Meeting Our Owner, Gocha Chkhaidze
Askaneli was recently featured in the popular 'The Drinks Business' magazine based out of the UK! The article was written by Douglas Blyde, a well-known wine writer, critic, and consultant based in London, UK. He is a Master Sommelier, a wine expert with one of the...
Askaneli Wines: Leading the Rise of Georgian Wines and Spirits, as Featured in Forbes
Askaneli Wines was recently featured in Forbes for our contribution to the rise in popularity and awareness of Georgian wines. The article specifically highlighted qvevri wines, which are deeply complex and directly linked to the earliest days of winemaking. In his...
The Difference Between Georgian Grape Varieties and European Grape Varieties:
Georgia is a small country located in the Caucasus’ region where the art of winemaking was first discovered over 8,000 years ago. Aside from the breathtaking scenery, Georgia is mostly known for having some of the most diverse and unique grape varieties found on...
What Makes the Georgian Wine Region of Kakheti Special?
Kakheti is a wine region located in eastern Georgia, known for producing a variety of red and white wines. The region is bordered by the Caucasus Mountains to the north and the Alazani Valley to the south, providing a diverse range of microclimates and soil types that...
The History of Georgian Winemaking
Georgian winemaking dates back to over 8,000 years ago, making it the oldest and one of the most distinctive wine regions in the world. Ancient Georgians used qvevri, which are large earthenware pots buried in the ground, to ferment and age their wine. This method is...