Derbent Cognac Factory

Derbent Cognac Factory

Derbent, Dagestan 🇷🇺

When Soviet planners split Derbent's wine complex in 1960, cognac production became a ₽2.7 billion spirits powerhouse producing 10+ million liters annually from 912 hectares of vineyards. Wine exists (started 2010) but represents only 10-15% of production. This is a spirits giant with 163 gold medals and 10 Grand Prix awards.

Founded 1960 (Soviet split from wine operations; traces heritage to 1861 regional distilling)
Revenue ₽2.7B (2024)
Scale 10M+ liters annually
Unique Edge ₽2.7B revenue (2024), Russia's spirits industry, pending spirits category

The Derbent (Дербент) Cognac Factory (Дербентский Коньячный Комбинат) Story

This brand resilience profile is currently being researched and developed. Derbent Cognac Factory represents an important player in their market sector, and we are gathering comprehensive information about their journey, impact, and strategic positioning.

Our research team is working to uncover the complete story behind Derbent Cognac Factory, including their founding vision, market challenges, strategic pivots, and current market position. This resilience profile will be updated as our investigation progresses. АО “Дербентский коньячный комбинат” (Derbent Cognac Combine) is a major Russian spirits conglomerate with ₽2.709 billion revenue in 2024 (+27.4% YoY) and ₽847 million net profit. Founded in 1960 when Soviet planners separated cognac production from Derbent’s wine operations, the company specializes in cognac, brandy, vodka, and other spirits—representing Russia’s grape-based spirits industry beyond table wine.

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Brand Snapshot

Scale

  • Revenue: ₽2.709 billion (2024)
  • Production: 10+ million liters cognac
  • Distribution: 10,000+ retail locations across Russia

Recognition

  • Awards:
    • 10 Grand Prix (1995-present)
    • 163 gold medals at international competitions
    • 32 silver medals

Business Model

  • Type: Spirits conglomerate (cognac, brandy, vodka primary)
  • Channels: 10,000+ retail locations across Russia + Wine tourism (Tasting room, Tours, Barrel cellars, Museum, Electric cart facility tour)

Strategic Context

  • Ownership: Offshore ownership (Melita Europe Holdings Ltd, Malta 44.6%, historically controlled by Murat Gadzhiev, State Duma deputy 2011-2016)

Wine Details

  • Terroir: Derbent, Dagestan, Local Caucasian terroir soils, 912 hectares (expanding to 3,000 ha)
  • Varietals: Local Caucasian varieties
  • Production Method: Traditional methods, Own cooperage (barrel-making on-site)

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