Vayots Dzor

It is certainly not the largest wine-growing region in Armenia, but it is undoubtedly the most prestigious because it is planted with indigenous varieties such as Areni (red) and Voskehat (white), and the road that crosses this wine-growing region takes you through picture-postcard scenery. It is also home to the village of Areni, which gives its name to the grape variety. It is also home to the village of Areni, which gives its name to the grape variety. This region is also home to the Areni-1 complex, which is undoubtedly the oldest wine cellar in the world, with its irrigation channels and "Karas" (terracotta amphorae) dating back to the Iron Age. The entire The entire region around Areni is covered with vineyards, and this wine-growing region rivals the most beautiful wine regions in the world in terms of beauty. This region has not experienced phylloxera, probably due to its geographical isolation, and the region can boast some of the highest vineyards in the world, between 1,400 and 1,650 meters above sea level. The best reds in the region made with Areni are fine, refined, and elegant, and the whites produced from Voskehat, which translates as "white," are crisp and refreshing. 1,650 meters above sea level. The region's best reds made with Areni are fine, refined, and elegant, and the whites produced from Voskehat, which translates as "golden seed," are rich but not heavy, with mineral notes of honey and apricot. When Armenia is ready to introduce a classification of its wine regions and vineyards, Vayots Dzor will undoubtedly be the first to be designated. When Armenia is ready to introduce a classification of its wine regions and vineyards, Vayots Dzor will undoubtedly be the first to be recognized.