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Hakobi Vordi, an indigenous Armenian wine grape, is often overlooked despite its unique characteristics. This grape variety originated in the Vayots Dzor region, which is renowned for being the birthplace of many wine grapes in Armenia.

During our exploration of various grape varieties across Armenia, we have discovered a treasure trove of indigenous grapes in Syunik Province that have been long neglected or remain unknown.  My favourites are Chragi Yerkser (black coloured) and Spitak Chragi (white coloured).

The EPPO datasheet on grapevine phylloxera, Daktulosphaira vitifoliae, has been revised: gd.eppo.int/taxon/VITEVI/d… Thanks to Astrid Forneck BOKU University

Behold the wonders of nature 🍃 a perfect leaf of Armenian grape, bordered in wine-red colour with exquisite care.

For over a decade, our mission has been to uncover the hidden treasures and fascinating stories behind each vine. Grapevine was found in Gnishik, Vayots Dzor.

Cheers to OIV's 1st century! This year, we highlight 12 OIV game-changing resolutions. Each month, discover a resolution that marked the vitivinicultural scene. February great end comes with the definition of Terroir. Discover more here: buff.ly/48BbuQV #terroir #oiv100

The next indigenous wine grape variety, "Meghru Sev" originates from Meghri, Syunik Province in Armenia. This variety was first discovered in an old vineyard in the early 1950s. "Meghru Sev" is genetically identified, documented and preserved as a unique wine grape variety.

The neglected table grape variety, "Vayri Itsaptouk," discovered in the oldest vineyard in Meghri, Syuniq Province, has never been described before in ampelography. This unique plant was found by us and named by local farmers.

Intravarietal diversity of ancient wine grape variety 'Areni'. Almost 31 clones have been recovered from the oldest home gardens and vineyards in Vayots Dzor Province, offering a glimpse into the rich history of wine-making and viticulture in this area.

El azufre, conocido desde la antigüedad por sus usos medicinales, fue utilizado por los egipcios para purificar sus templos. ⁣ ⁣ Abunda en los suelos volcánicos donde actúa como fertilizante, fungicida y antiséptico. 🌱⁣#vino ⁣

I am honoured to be awarded by the National Academy of Sciences of Armenia for fundamental research in Chemistry, Life and Earth Sciences. The research entitled "Grapevine genetic resources of Armenia: from Genetics to Genomics". #Armeniangrapevinebiodiversity

We remember and demand. #ArmenianGenocide1915April24

The presence of R genes associated with DM has been confirmed through phenotypic assessment. #Armeniagrapebiodiversity🧬🍇

Ancient grape heritage of Armenia🇦🇲🍇🧬

This particular grapevine variety was overlooked until discovered in an old vineyard in Leivaz village, Meghri, Syunik Province by us. The name "Spitak Shiri khaghogh" was officially recorded in the first ampelography book published in 1948.

One of the "unknown" autochthonous grapevines was discovered in the century-old vineyard in Vayots Dzor. The precise characterization was done and the close genetic relationship to the emblematic Armenian wine grape variety Voskehat was shown.

The origin of the ancient wine grape variety Khatoun kharji from the Vayots Dzor region has been fully traced, and SSR markers have confirmed both parents- Hadisi and Vanki It has been stated that Hadisi is an ancestor of many ancient wine grapes in Armenia.

It was a privilege to attend the OIV Dijon 2024 Centenary Congress. I was also honoured to serve as the scientific secretary for the Viticulture Session alongside renowned scientists Luigi Bavaresco and Thierry Lacombe.

New faculty job at UC Davis! recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06900 We are recruiting an Assistant Professor of Applied Viticulture