Wine cellar Tushpa
Foundation date: 1992
Specialization: Winemaking
From Yerevan: 38km/40min
Working days: Daily
Opening hours: 09:00-18:00
“Tushpa Wine Cellar”, tasting room is located 35 km south of Yerevan, 7 km from Khor Virap.
The halls were built in the ancient Armenian architectural style and are located in one of the most beautiful places in the Ararat Valley. From here you have a beautiful view of Mount Ararat. The winery was built by winemaker-businessmanMigran Manaseryan. He is the fourth member of his family to be involved in winemaking. Tushpa was the capital of the Urartian state, famous for its vineyards and exquisite wines.
Six hectares of vineyards are planted at almost 800 meters above sea level. Wine is produced here from grapes grown in the Ararat Valley and the winemaking traditions of Armenia are represented. The cultivation of grapes has developed in the Armenian Highlands since ancient times. The Old Testament of the Bible says that afterNoahdescended from Ararat, he planted his first grapevine. A few years ago, archaeologists discovered the world’s first wine cellar in the Vayots Dzor region, whose history goes back 6 thousand years.
The Tushpa wine cellar has all the conditions for your visit. There are 3 offers for wine tasting, paired with delicious Armenian lavash and cheese, which will help you feel the true flavors of Armenia.
By reservation, you can also have a pleasant lunch in the cellar with high-quality wines, handmade dishes in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
You can also organize your special event or corporate meeting in theTushpa wine cellar!
