29 centuries. Rediscovered history of wine in Ukraine

Have you heard of Ukrainian wines? This book uncovers 29 centuries of winemaking, blending captivating narratives with historical sources — archaeology, chronicles, tax records, and travelers’ accounts. Just as Honoré de Balzac, Mark Twain, and John Steinbeck wrote about Ukrainian wines, the author talks about the evolution of wine without fiction or superstition. The book received an award from the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV Award 2024).«Winemaking and wine consumption are the specific elements of European culture. The book tells the fascinating story of the wine in Ukraine from ancient times to our turbulent present»,— Vakhtang Kebuladze, Philosopher, writer, translator«Wine in Ukraine? Absolutely, yes! After all, we have a long and rich tradition of producing, trading, and enjoying it. And this book is your guide to an incredible journey — from culturally significant beverage of the Trypillian culture (no kidding!) to the present day»,— Marianna Dushar, Food historian, anthropologist«Wine, the blood of civilization flowing uninterruptedly and steadily, is an integral, key element of our identity. This book illustrates the significant and pertinent role of vineyards in the Ukrainian historical and cultural landscape»,— Serhiy Zhadan, Writer