Khndoghni
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Sireni
Khndoghni is a red wine grape with signature aromas of blackberry, plum, spice note. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Mavroudi and Saperavi.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for blackberry-plum fruit with savory spice tone.
- Check tannin as medium with moderate acidity.
Confidence signals
- Khndoghni profile
- Medium tannin with medium acidity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Artsakh · Karabakh highlands · Eastern Armenia
- Classic styles: Traditional Artsakh red known for deep color and firm tannic architecture in mountain vineyards · Dark-fruit profile with medium tannin and savory, structured finish
Common questions
Is Khndoghni a red or white grape variety?
Khndoghni is a red wine grape variety.
What does Khndoghni smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Khndoghni include blackberry, plum and spice note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Khndoghni?
Documented tells for Khndoghni: Look for blackberry-plum fruit with savory spice tone. and Check tannin as medium with moderate acidity..
What is Khndoghni most often confused with in blind tasting?
Khndoghni is most commonly confused with Mavroudi, Saperavi and Bastardo Magarachski. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Khndoghni grown?
Classic regions for Khndoghni include Artsakh, Karabakh highlands and Eastern Armenia.