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Chabiant

 Half hidden among hilltop vineyards in a deeply rural corner of Ismayilli district, Chabiant’s winery (aka Chateau Monolit) is one of Azerbaijan’s most appealing destinations for wine tourists thanks to a quality guesthouse with open-air swimming pool, a splendid tasting room and impressive wine storage caves designed to look centuries old. These vineyards set at the natural rain-fed hills with the right temperature swing between sunny days and chilly nights and that provides best conditions for ripe and healthy grapes.Over recent years the winemaking here has undergone a major rethink and now aims to “bring new life to local viticulture in Azerbaijan”. The winery is in the tiny settlement of Hajihatamli, on a small country lane that links Goychay and Ismayilli. Besides great food and wine, tours may also feature live music and other activities. Chabiant also organises a harvest festival (late August) and a Vino Nuovo celebration (late November) mimicking Beaujolais Nouveau festivities worldwide.