Yerevan

Yerevan is the capital city of Armenia and is also the center of the country's wine industry. The Yerevan wine region is located in the Ararat Valley, which is known for its fertile soil and ideal climate for grape growing. The region has a long history of winemaking, dating back to ancient times, and is home to several notable wineries and vineyards.

The main grape varieties grown in the Yerevan wine region include Areni, Voskehat, and Kangun. Areni is a red grape variety that is native to Armenia and is used to produce full-bodied, complex wines with notes of dark fruit and spice. Voskehat is a white grape variety that is used to produce crisp, refreshing wines with floral and citrus notes. Kangun is another white grape variety that is used to produce wines with a distinct mineral character.

The main grape varieties grown in the Yerevan wine region include Areni, Voskehat, and Kangun. Areni is a red grape variety that is native to Armenia and is used to produce full-bodied, complex wines with notes of dark fruit and spice. Voskehat is a white grape variety that is used to produce crisp, refreshing wines with floral and citrus notes. Kangun is another white grape variety that is used to produce wines with a distinct mineral character.

The Areni grape variety, which is native to Armenia, is one of the oldest grape varieties in the world and has been used for winemaking for over 6,000 years. In 2011, archaeologists discovered a 6,100-year-old winery in a cave near the village of Areni, which is believed to be the oldest known winery in the world.