Ararat Brandy
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Akhtamar
10 years old
Akhtamar is an island in the middle of Lake Van. According to legend, it was named after Princess Tamar, who is fabled to have built a fire on the island each night to guide her lover as he swam across the lake to see her.
Characteristic:
Colour: attractive amber colour tinged with copper.
Aroma: vivid, elegant aroma. Notes of beeswax, walnut and oak dominate the bouquet, against a background of vanilla and plums.
Taste: well-rounded, sweet and subtle flavour intensifies slowly and offers a sensuous, lengthy aftertaste with notes of plum. Pleasing dryness at the finish is rounded by notes of cinnamon.
Age: 10 y.o.
Alcohol: 42%
Ani
6 years old
Many centuries ago, Ani was the capital of the ancient Armenian kingdom, widely known as the city of 1001 churches.
Ani brandy is a witness of past glory, reflecting the artistic inspiration Armenians bring to their achievements.
Characteristic:
Colour: amber colour with chocolate highlights.
Aroma: vivid aroma is both fresh and spicy. Bouquet combines light citrus tones and warm vanilla against a background of almond.
Taste: intense, sustained flavour is rounded out by an expressive sweetness, which transitions to tones of lemon and dried figs, with a pleasingly acidic aftertaste.
Age: 6 y.o.
Alcohol: 42%
Ararat 3*
3 years old
The name Ararat comes from the famous Mount Ararat, where Noah’s Ark landed after the biblical flood.
This mythical mountain is Armenia’s most respected symbol of national culture and identity, a source of vitality and pride.
Ararat is also the location of one of the oldest vineyards in the world.
Characteristic:
Colour: amber colour with golden tones.
Aroma: fresh, spicy and slightly metallic aroma, with floral and fruity overtones. Rich, buttery bouquet scented with notes of oak.
Taste: strong, intense flavour, with a hint of fire at the start. Slightly sweet palate becomes pleasingly dry at the finish.
Age: 3 y.o.
Alcohol: 40 %
Ararat 5*
5 years old
The name Ararat comes from the famous Mount Ararat, where Noah’s Ark landed after the biblical flood.
This mythical mountain is Armenia’s most respected symbol of national culture and identity, a source of vitality and pride.
Ararat is also the location of one of the oldest vineyards in the world.
Characteristic:
Colour: gorgeous golden amber colour.
Aroma: fresh aroma intensifies with the scent of fruit and oak, smoothly transitioning to vanilla and cinnamon tones.
Taste: hints of caramel, plum and pear blend harmoniously in the robust flavour. Slightly tart finish transitions into an acidic aftertaste.
Age: 5 y.o.
Alcohol: 42 %
Nairi
20 years old
Thousands of years ago in the Armenian highlands, there was a land with crystal clear springs, thick forests, clean and rippling streams, grass-covered mountains, steep gorges and fertile valleys. The neighboring peoples called that land Nairi. It was here that the state of Urartu, direct forerunner of Armenia, was born.
Characteristic:
Colour: beautiful, intense dark amber colour. Pleasing radiance and flawless clarity.
Aroma: harmonious, complex texture is both silky and sophisticated. Balsamic fragrance heightens with notes of cedar.
Taste: flavour is rich and complex, with pleasing lingering aftertaste. Subtle combination of toasted bread and cloves is balanced by notes of cinnamon and honey.
Age: 20 y.o.
Alcohol: 41 %
Entir
7 years old
Otborny is the inheritor of the traditions to the first Armenian vintage brandy Fine-Champagne-Otborny, created in 1902. Exacting care is brought to the making of this national treasure: only indigenous grape varieties are used and the distillation is performed in traditional French pot stills, after which the brandy is matured in oak barrels.
Characteristic:
Colour: intense golden amber colour.
Aroma: vivid, fresh and fruity aroma. Delicate acidity of the bouquet is complemented by tones of fresh orange peel and oak.
Taste: sustained flavour is full and intense. Fruity notes are balanced by tones of lemon, caramel and dried figs. Finishes with a note of bitter almond.
Age: 7 y.o.
Alcohol: 42 %
Prazdnichny
15 years old
In Russian, „prazdnichny“ means holiday celebrations. A bottle of Prazdnichny is the best accompaniment for festive moments. This masterpiece, created by the famous Armenian brandy makers in 1964, is a symbol of joy shared with friends.
Characteristic:
Colour: Intense amber colour shaded with tones of antique gold.
Aroma: vivid, elegant aroma combines with hints of spices, oak and dried fruit. Balsamic notes appear at the finish.
Taste: opulent, complex and perfectly balanced flavour. Surprisingly velvety and well-rounded. Slight bite at the finish is smoothed out by bright and expressive notes of sweetness. Refined, lingering aftertaste.
Age: 15 y.o.
Alcohol: 42 %