The Terroir of Georgia
Georgia — the country nestled between the Greater and Lesser Caucasus mountains — has been at the crossroads of the ancient Silk Road for millennia. Its unique micro-climates, from the humid Black Sea coast to the arid eastern plains, produce spices and herbs with flavors found nowhere else on earth.
Argo-USA was founded to bring these authentic, mountain-sourced spices to the growing Georgian and Russian communities across the United States. We work directly with family producers in Svaneti, Kakheti, and Imereti — the same families who have dried, ground, and blended these spices for generations.
From 0 to 250+ Stores in California
What started as a single delivery van and a handful of ethnic grocery stores has grown into one of California's leading importers of authentic Georgian and Eastern European products. From our very first store, we built our reputation one shelf at a time — on quality, reliability, and the trust of the communities we serve.
Today, Argo-USA supplies over 250 stores across California, making us one of the most recognized importers of ethnic Georgian products in the Western United States. From small neighborhood delis to large Russian and Georgian supermarkets, our products are a staple on their shelves.
Built for the Ethnic Grocery Trade
We understand that your customers know exactly what they want. When they ask for Khmeli Suneli, they mean the real thing — not a diluted Western imitation. When they need Svaneti Salt, it must have the wet, aromatic character that distinguishes it from dry commercial salts.
That's why every batch we supply is sourced from verified Georgian origins, tested for authenticity, and packed to preserve the volatile oils and aromas your customers expect. Our wholesale pricing is built for stores that restock monthly — the more you order, the better your margins.
საქართველო — Georgia, Not the State
To be clear: we're talking about the country of Georgia in the Caucasus, the ancient kingdom known for its wine, its hospitality, and its extraordinary cuisine. Our spices are imported directly from there — from the misty highlands of Svaneti to the sun-drenched vineyards of Kakheti.