Ariats Amphora Red Dry Wine 2021

Gevorkian Amphora Red Dry is an outstanding wine originating from one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. This delightful red wine is produced using traditional methods and is known for its exceptional quality and distinctive character. Carefully selected grapes from the beautiful Armenian wine region are used to create this wine. Gevorkian’s winemakers have struck the perfect balance between traditional techniques and modern innovation, allowing the flavor of the grapes to shine through in every sip. Gevorkian Amphora Red Dry is a blend of the grape varieties Areni, Haghtanak, and Milagh, which harmoniously come together to create a unique and refined taste. This wine perfectly combines the robust tannins of the native Armenian Areni Noir grape with the fruity notes of other local varieties. The result is a wine with a rich and complex flavor that will enchant red wine enthusiasts. In terms of alcohol content, this wine has a moderate level of approximately 12%. This contributes to the overall balance and drinkability of the wine, making it an excellent choice for both experienced wine connoisseurs and newcomers to the world of wine.

Gevorkian Amphora Red Dry boasts a beautiful deep red color that reflects the character and maturity of the wine. This visual allure anticipates the intensity and depth of the flavor you will experience with every sip. When it comes to taste, this wine offers a true explosion of flavors. With its full body and rich texture, Gevorkian Amphora Red Dry presents notes of ripe red fruits, such as black cherries and blackberries, complemented by subtle hints of herbs and earthy tones. The soft tannins and balanced acidity provide a silky smooth finish that lingers, leaving you longing for more. This wine is highly versatile and pairs perfectly with a variety of dishes. It harmonizes excellently with grilled red meat, lamb, game dishes, and aged cheeses. The complex flavors of the wine enhance the natural aromas of the food, creating an unforgettable culinary experience. As for serving temperature, it is recommended to serve this wine slightly chilled, at a temperature of around 16-18 degrees Celsius. This helps preserve the freshness and fully express the aromatic complexity of the wine.

This amazing amphora wine is a blend of the famous indigenous Armenian grapes, Areni - Milagh - Haghtanak. The later being a hybrid varietal created during the Soviet era.

Sev Areni or Areni Noire, is one of the most treasured indigenous Armenian grape varietals. Some of its grapevines that are as old as 120 years can still be found in Armenia. It is an indigenous Armenian varietal belonging to oriental eco-geographical group. Sev Areni can be found in almost all Armenian viticulture areas, but it is mainly spread in the western part of Vayots Dzor region, along the Arpa river bank. This old varietal originates from the same gorge where the oldest winery in the world (4100 B.C.) has been excavated, and archeo-genetic studies speak to its uninterrupted cultivation spanning thousands of years.

The Winery quickly grew into a leading player in Armenia’s dynamic wine industry. The winery takes pride in offering an extensive range of premium wines made from indigenous Armenian grape varieties, complemented by a selection of fruit and berry wines. Gevorkian Winery’s wines are distinguished by the unique natural and climatic conditions of Armenia.

Gevorkian Winery was a pioneer in introducing advanced winemaking technologies in Armenia, including the ancient Armenian Kakhani method for producing high-quality wines from dried grapes. The winery has also revived the long-lost traditions of monastery wine.

Founded in 2006, Gevorkian Winery is currently one of the leaders of the wine-making industry in Armenia. The strategy of our winery is to use exclusively indigenous Armenian grape varieties, Armenian oak barrels, Armenian one-hundred-year-old Amphorae, as well as ancient Armenian traditional methods of wine-making. The uniqueness of our wines reflects the natural and climatic peculiarities of Armenia: 300 sunny days per year transmit a distinctly sweet taste and an inimitable bouquet to Armenian grapes and fruits.

The wines produced by Gevorkian Winery are presented in many countries, namely in Russia, the United States of America, Australia, Canada, France, Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, Germany, Switzerland, South Korea, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Belgium, Belarus, Poland, Kazakhstan etc. With our wines, you will take on an unforgettable journey, where each wine tells a unique story.

The Gevorkian Winery is owned and operated by The Gevorkian family, with Vahagn Gevorkian being the Founding Director of this incredible winery.