Khovrenko Winery
Xovrenko nomidagi Samarqand vino kombinati
A long-established Samarkand winery founded in 1868, with a wine museum and tasting room where you can sample Central Asian dessert wines and brandy.
The winery was founded by a Russian merchant in 1868 and later developed by the winemaker Khovrenko, who was known for fortified sweet wines, port-style wines and brandy. A small museum on site displays old bottles and the history of winemaking. The tasting session includes about ten wines, and costs about US$10-15. Most visits require advance booking or joining a tour. It is in the western part of the new town, about 10 minutes by taxi. In a country where the majority are Muslim, this is a rare drinking experience, so do not drive after tasting.
Opening hours
About 09:00–18:00 (tastings by reservation)
Nearby sights
- St. Alexius Cathedral
- Amir Temur Monument & University Boulevard
- Ruhobod Mausoleum
- Gur-e-Amir
- Aksaray Mausoleum
- Sadriddin Ayni House Museum
- Registan
- Chorsu (Samarkand)