Areni Wine Winery: A Taste of Ancient Armenian Winemaking
Discover the ancient art of Armenian winemaking at Areni Wine Winery, where tradition and taste blend seamlessly in the historic village of Areni.
Areni Wine Winery, located in the heart of the Areni village, offers a taste of Armenia's rich winemaking heritage. This family-run winery produces a variety of red Areni and white Voskehat wines, providing visitors with an authentic wine-tasting experience in the cradle of Armenian winemaking.
A brief summary to Areni Wine Winery
- H-40, Areni, 3604, AM
- +37498942488
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit during the annual Areni Wine Festival in early October to experience the region's winemaking culture with tastings, music, and local food.
- Try the unique fruit wines, such as pomegranate or apricot, for a distinctive taste of Armenian flavors.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Areni-1 cave complex, the site of the world's oldest winery, and the Noravank Monastery.
- Book a tour in advance to ensure a comprehensive experience, including a walk through the production plant and a detailed explanation of the winemaking process.
Getting There
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Walking
Areni Wine Winery is located in the village of Areni, easily accessible on foot from most points within the village. From the village center, walk along the main road (H-40) towards the eastern edge of the village. The winery is situated along this road and is well-signposted. The walk is generally short, taking no more than 10-15 minutes from most locations in Areni. There are no specific costs associated with walking.
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Taxi
If arriving from outside Areni or from accommodations further away, a taxi is a convenient option. Taxis are readily available in the nearby city of Yeghegnadzor, and a ride to Areni Wine Winery would typically cost around 2,000-3,000 AMD. It's advisable to negotiate the fare beforehand or use a ride-hailing app like GG Taxi to ensure a fair price. The journey from Yeghegnadzor takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
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Public Transport
For budget-conscious travelers, public transport is an option. Take a minibus (marshrutka) from Yeghegnadzor to Areni. The cost is approximately 500-1,000 AMD per person. The winery is located on the main road (H-40), a short walk from the bus stop in Areni. Note that minibuses may have limited schedules, so check timings in advance.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Areni House B&B
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AreWine
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Areni cheese & wine Inn
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LiViTI
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Areni Wine Art
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Wine House Mher
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Wine House Areni Cave
0.5 km
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Arpeni Tavern
0.8 km
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Wine House Haykazi mot
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Ar Areni Restaurant
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Areni Lodge
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Areni Market (Wine, Vodka and other)
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ArpaParnas Wine & Rest Valley
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Unmissable attractions to see
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0.5 km
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Holy Mother of God Church
0.5 km
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Areni Wine Factory
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Hin Areni Winery
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Արենի Սելավատար
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Momik WineCube
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Magellan cave
1.9 km
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Areni-1 Cave
2.0 km
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Areni 1 Cave scientific - research foundation
2.0 km
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Բեզուարներ
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Noravank
5.8 km
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Аллея Хачкаров
5.9 km
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Arpa Protected Landscape
6.1 km
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Essential places to dine
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0.1 km
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Mshosh
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Wine house TASD BER
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Areni Wine stop
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Ռայս Մարկետ RISE MARKET
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grocery store
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Art Areni
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Aharoni mot(wine,vodka market)
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Homemade Wine Vodka Fruits
1.2 km
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Ecco Balance
2.1 km
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Nreni
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Bee Art Exclusive
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Store
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RIND store
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Shop Rind
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Домашнее вкусное вино у Айка
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Вино доашнее
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Vardges' Stone Bar
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Qarap
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Սրճարան Ռայ
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