The white wine variety Garandmak is probably the most popular and widespread grape variety in Armenia, but little is known about it. The origin of this variety most likely lies in western Armenia, in the Armavis province. The name roughly means “fat end” or “fat part”. Where the name comes from is unclear. The Garandmak sprouts early and reaches maturity after a medium to long ripening period. It is susceptible to downy mildew, but not to real mildew. It is also extremely winter-resistant and can withstand frosty temperatures excellently. In Armenia, the Garandmak is something of an all-rounder. Dry wines, semi-dry and sweet wines are produced, all mostly blends. But it is also used by distilleries to produce Armenian brandy. Outside Armenia, small areas in Ukraine are said to be planted with Garandmak.
This grape variety is also known by the name of:
Alani Khagog, Anali Khagog, Ankoch Khardzhi, Ankotch Khardji, Asprouda Serrah, Alivoruk,Alivorouk, Tsantsar Khardzhi, Tzantzar Khardji
