Egyptian Wine

Viticulture and Winemaking goes back centuries, it is an ancient craft that predates the Pyramids, Egypt has been making Wine since the predynastic and early dynastic periods, as far as 3,200 BC.

During this time Vineyards belonged to Royalty, Nobles and Rulers. Even the great Queen Cleopatra is thought to have enjoyed a Glass of Wine.

Producing around half a million gallons of wine per year, there are apparently only 3 Egyptian wineries in operation, including: Gianaclis Winery & Sahara Vineyards.

Wine growing locations in Egypt:

• Alexandria Governorate
• El Gouna
• Luxor

Some of the grapes used in the production of Egyptian Wines:

• Bannati
• Cabernet Sauvignon
• Syrah
• Grenache
• Bobal
• Tempranillo
• Viognier
• Chardonnay
• Muscat