Gabala

Rising from the foothills of the Greater Caucasus Mountains in northwestern Azerbaijan, Gabala boasts a viticultural legacy stretching back over 2,000 years. Archaeological evidence suggests Gabala was the capital of Caucasian Albania, a kingdom renowned for its wines. Today, the region experiences a resurgence, with a growing number of wineries crafting unique and characterful wines.

The main grape varieties grown in Gabala include Chardonnay, Saperavi, and Madrasa. The region produces a range of wine styles, including dry white wines, full-bodied red wines, and sweet dessert wines.

The main grape varieties grown in Gabala include Chardonnay, Saperavi, and Madrasa. The region produces a range of wine styles, including dry white wines, full-bodied red wines, and sweet dessert wines.

Nestled within Gabala lies the Nizh village, the traditional homeland of the Udi people, a Caucasian ethnic group known for its unique winemaking traditions. Udi wines are typically made using indigenous grape varieties and fermented in clay vessels known as qvevri.