Kornet

Kornet Moscow Sparkling Wines Plant was founded in 1942. It is one of Russia's oldest sparkling wine producers, having been founded on the base of a vodka and wine/brandy house of the famous industrialist P.A. Smirnov that had been in existence since the mid-19th century. Resolving plant-scale objectives from its initiation, Kornet Sparkling Wines Plant became the pioneer for a new phase in production of sparkling wines, with its products receiving wide acclaim both within the USSR and abroad. It was here that the fundamentally new technology of continuous-flow CO2 infusion, which has subsequently been patented in France, Greece, Italy, the USA, Switzerland, Chile and other countries, was first introduced. The techniques and technologies used by Kornet allow production of the whole range of wine grades: brut, dry, semi-dry, semi-sweet and sweet. After gas infusion, wine may also be sent for 1-3 months' further ripening at room temperature in a vat system. This additional ripening improves end product quality, and it is this wine that is used to produce the plant's famous 'Silver' and 'Gold' variations.

Raw materials are traditionally supplied by initial wine-production facilities located in Krasnodar Territory. The raw materials required for sparkling wine production are unprocessed wine materials produced from the best European grape varieties: Pinot, Riesling, Chardonnay and more.

The sparkling wines sold under the Kornet trademark are refined in taste, and constitute some of Russia's most prestigious sparkling wine varieties.

The high quality of the plant's products is confirmed by the number of prizes it has been awarded in respected international contests – over 100. The plant was the first in the USSR to be awarded the Grand Prix, the highest title for sparkling wines. The prizes won by the plant's products in international wine contests include 62 gold and 39 silver medals.

In 2005 the Kornet plant produced around 15 million bottles of sparkling wine, with turnover amounting to around 25 million dollars. The plant employs over 270 persons. Kornet's product range includes such famous sparkling wine brands as the following:

• 'Golden' Russian semi-sweet sparkling wine.
  'Golden' sparkling wine is produced from the best grape varieties using traditional Russian techniques, which guarantee high quality and ensure a developed and vivid bouquet. The wine is supplied in a special souvenir package. 'Golden' is a wine for romantic meetings and memorable moments!
  Bottle sizes: 0.75 l, 1.5 l.
  Alcohol content: 10.5-12.5%.
• 'Silver' Russian sweet sparkling wine.
  This sparkling wine is produced using special techniques, and its beautiful packaging, particularly the souvenir pack containing two glasses, makes it an ideal gift for any occasion. It unites modern quality with the most crucial elements of classic techniques, resulting in excellent quality, a delicate aroma, great taste and high bubble quotient.
  Bottle size: 0.75 l.
  Alcohol content: 10.5-12.5l
• 'Russian Sparkling Kornet' white sparkling wine: brut, dry, semi-dry, semi-sweet
  Combines delicate aroma with brilliant taste. This wine is crystal clear, preserving all the best qualities of the finest grape varieties grown in the Caucasus and Kuban regions. Gently rousing, the wine creates a happy and pleasant mood.Bottle size: 0.75 l, 1.5 l, 3 l.
  Alcohol content: 10.0-12.0%
• 'Nadezhda' semi-sweet Russian sparkling wine
  Sparkling wine with great taste and delicate aroma.
  Bottle size: 0.75 l, 1.5 l.
  Alcohol content: 10.5-12.5%.
• 'Nadezhda Elite' Russian sparkling wine: brut, semi-dry, semi-sweet.
  High-class wine with a seductive delicate aroma, exceptional taste and high bubble quotient.
  Bottle size: 0.375 l, 0.75 l, 1.5 l.
  Alcohol content: 10.5-12.5%.
• Kornet red sparkling wine
  Wine produced from the finest grape varieties: Cabernet, Saperavi, Merlot and Pinot Noir. This gives the wine a robust colour with shadows of precious ruby, high bubble quotient, and an unforgettable harmonious taste. The rich experience of Russian wine production and the modern production facilities of the Kornet plant are combined to make this fine red sparkling wine. This wine is a worthy addition to the range of well-known wines produced by the Kornet plant, which have remained popular for over 60 years.
  Bottle size: 0.375 l, 0.75 l, 1.5 l.
  Alcohol content: 10.5-12.5%.