Wines from TURKEY

Embark on a captivating sensory adventure with a fun and surprising wine tasting dedicated entirely to the hidden gems of Turkish viticulture.

 

While Turkey is home to some of the oldest winemaking histories on the planet, dating back over 7,000 years, its contemporary wine scene is a thrilling, modern revelation for most enthusiasts.

 

The experience kicks off with a lively, interactive blind tasting designed to shatter preconceptions. Guests are introduced to a fascinating array of indigenous grape varieties that taste unlike anything found in Western Europe. The white wine flight begins with Narince, a beautifully complex grape offering bursts of bright citrus, floral aromas, and a creamy texture reminiscent of a fine Chardonnay, alongside the vibrant, mineral-driven freshness of Emir, grown in the volcanic soils of Cappadocia.

The surprise intensifies as the tasting moves into the robust red flights. Tasters will discover Öküzgözü (meaning "ox-eye"), a delightfully fleshy grape bursting with juicy sour cherry, raspberry, and bright acidity, which is often blended with Boğazkere ("throat-burner"), a deeply tannic, structured grape loaded with dark chocolate, spice, and liquorice notes.

 

An expert sommelier guides the group through the country's diverse terroirs—from the sun-drenched Aegean coast to the dramatic, high-altitude Anatolian plateau.

 

It is an energetic, educational evening filled with historic storytelling and exceptional flavours, leaving every guest thoroughly surprised by the sophistication and world-class quality of Turkey's ancient vines.