A row of wine barrels in the Bagizagan winery in Samarkand, Uzbekistan

The Bagizagan Winery: An Introduction to Uzbek Wine

When you think of Uzbekistan, you probably think of turquoise domed mosques and madrasas, intricate mosaics, or even their famous non bread. Wine isn't usually the first thing that comes to mind, but Uzbekistan actually has a thriving viticulture industry. This is especially evident in the Bagizagan Winery, just outside...