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A Dance Company of Just About the Fastest-Moving People on Earth

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

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...

What Makes the Georgian Wine Region of Kakheti Special?

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

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...