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A Dance Company of Just About the Fastest-Moving People on Earth
For the first time in the history of the Sukhishvili Dance Company, the Georgian National Ballet will perform at Carnegie Hall. Askaneli is honored to be one of the sponsors of this historic event and is proud to represent Georgian art, culture, and heritage on one of...
Meeting Our Owner, Gocha Chkhaidze
Askaneli was recently featured in the popular 'The Drinks Business' magazine based out of the UK! The article was written by Douglas Blyde, a well-known wine writer, critic, and consultant based in London, UK. He is a Master Sommelier, a wine expert with one of the...
Askaneli Wines: Leading the Rise of Georgian Wines and Spirits, as Featured in Forbes
Askaneli Wines was recently featured in Forbes for our contribution to the rise in popularity and awareness of Georgian wines. The article specifically highlighted qvevri wines, which are deeply complex and directly linked to the earliest days of winemaking. In his...
What Makes the Georgian Wine Region of Kakheti Special?
Kakheti is a wine region located in eastern Georgia, known for producing a variety of red and white wines. The region is bordered by the Caucasus Mountains to the north and the Alazani Valley to the south, providing a diverse range of microclimates and soil types that...
The History of Georgian Winemaking
Georgian winemaking dates back to over 8,000 years ago, making it the oldest and one of the most distinctive wine regions in the world. Ancient Georgians used qvevri, which are large earthenware pots buried in the ground, to ferment and age their wine. This method is...