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Grape Varieties

Region of Nagorno-Karabakh and Syunik marz, Armenia

Taste

Bright, Juicy Blackberry Notes
Silky, Well-Rounded Sweetness
Elegant, Refreshing Tart Finish

Smell

Fresh Blackberry

Pairs Well With

Pairs great with dark chocolate desserts, grilled meats, or in creative cocktail

Endorsed by acclaimed chefs, wine experts, and culinary professionals around the world

Wolfgang Puck

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Chef, restaurateur, and TV personality

Franzese Wine

After 6,200 years, taste what we have learned

Nestled in the cradle of viticulture, Armenia is home to the world's oldest winery and the birthplace of wine itself. For over six millennia, Armenian vintners have cultivated indigenous grape varieties in the shadow of Mount Ararat, creating wines of extraordinary character and complexity.

Our carefully curated collection brings you these rare treasures – wines that tell the story of an ancient land where every bottle holds centuries of tradition, volcanic soil, and the passion of generations. From the robust Areni Noir to the elegant Voskehat, each wine offers a taste of history you simply cannot find anywhere else.

Experience wines that predate the Roman Empire. Discover flavors that have been perfected across millennia. This is more than wine – this is liquid heritage.

Michael Franzese refused the mob, but this wine, he couldn’t refuse

Michael Franzese wasn’t just part of the Mafia — he was one of the most powerful men in it. A captain in New York’s feared Colombo crime family, Michael brought in millions a week, lived fast, and played a dangerous game few survive. But then… he walked away. Not by cutting a deal. Not by vanishing. He left publicly — for faith, for family, and for good.

His journey from the streets of New York to stages around the world teaching about transformation and second chances has made him one of the most compelling voices of our time. He has dedicated his life to helping others avoid the mistakes of his past. to stand for second chances. And that’s where this wine comes in.

Franzese Wine isn’t just about rare Armenian vineyards or centuries-old tradition. It’s a reflection of Michael’s journey — from darkness to light, from crime to calling. Every bottle tells that story. Every glass is a reminder that transformation is possible.

Whether you know the man or are just discovering the legend, you’re not just drinking wine - you’re tasting a second chance.

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Franzese Wine

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