- Origin: Sardarapat, Ararat Valley
- Grape variety: Areni
- Characteristics: Ruby color with purple hue, aromas of mulberry, cherry, blackberry, hints of vanilla, and chocolate. Balanced, medium bodied wine, with elegant ripe tannins, refreshing acidity. Long finish.
This wine is dedicated to the battle of Sardarapat made by the Voskeni Winery. The winery is located in Sardarapat, Ararat Valley. This is a limited production wine made by the winery from time to time. They select the very best Areni grapes from their vineyards, and after aging it for 24 months in new Armenian/Artsakh Oak barrels, the result is an exquisite wine worthy of its namesake. We were able to get few cases of this wine and we’re happy to share it with you.
Aged 24 months in new Armenian/Caucasian Oak barrels, it is bright, well structured, well balanced with a rich flowery nose, more perceptible fruit flavors in the mid palate and a long finish.
Characteristics of Armenian/Caucasian Oak are such that the wine develops the aromatic nature of the grape varietal. It brings tannins which help the structure of the wine. Its aromatic contribution is low in lactones, thus the wine develops less intense woody character and more fruity flavors.
VOSKENI Winery: A Legacy Reclaimed
VOSKENI Winery is more than a winery; it’s the realization of a dream nearly a century in the making. Born from a family's deep-rooted connection to their heritage, the story of VOSKENI spans continents, revolutions, and generations.
Located in Sardarapat, in the heart of the Ararat Valley, VOSKENI Winery stands on land once owned by Smbat Mateossian, the great-grandfather of the current proprietors. A successful businessman and expat Armenian from Boston, Smbat returned to Armenia in the 1920s with a vision: to cultivate vineyards and produce world-class wines. However, his dream was cut short when the Communists confiscated his newly acquired lands, leaving his aspirations unfulfilled.
In 2008, Smbat’s descendants reclaimed the family’s ancestral vineyards, breathing new life into his vision. Today, they craft exceptional wines that honor Armenia’s 6,000-year-old winemaking heritage while embracing modern excellence.
The diverse microclimate of the Ararat Valley, coupled with its extraordinary terroir, provides the perfect conditions for cultivating exquisite grapes. Among these is Areni, Armenia's indigenous red grape varietal, renowned for producing elegant and distinctive wines.
VOSKENI Winery isn’t just about wine; it’s a tribute to resilience, tradition, and the enduring pursuit of a dream.
