Zhitomirskiy LGZ

Introduction of monopoly in Volyn region legitimating state control over the production of wines and spirits gave rise to establishment of Zhytomyr Liquor and Vodka Distillery Factory, one of the oldest companies in Ukraine. It took place in 1896, when in Volhynian Govemorate 16 state-owned wine warehouses were built for rectification and purification of alcohol received from Govemorate’s distilleries. These warehouses were created to provide people with wine and distillery products. Zhytomyr warehouse, formally opened on 01.07.1896, was the one that had the largest sales turnover.