COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Öküzgözü, Boğazkere
PRODUCER
Kocabağ
REGION
Cappadocia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Kapadokya Öküzgözü - Boğazkere by Kocabağ is a dry red wine from the Cappadocia region of Turkey. This wine is a blend of two indigenous Turkish grape varieties, Öküzgözü and Boğazkere, known for their distinct contributions to the final wine. Kocabağ, a family-owned winery established in 1972, is celebrated for its dedication to native grapes and its unique winemaking facilities. The winery is situated in Uçhisar, within the Cappadocia region, an area characterized by high-altitude vineyards and volcanic soil. A distinctive aspect of Kocabağ's production is the use of fermentation tanks carved directly into the local volcanic rock, a practice that leverages the natural temperature stability of these ancient cellars.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
17-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Kocabağ uses ancient tanks carved directly into Cappadocia's volcanic rock for fermentation.
Fact 02
The rock tanks are naturally lined with tartrate crystals, aiding in wine preservation.
Fact 03
The winery utilizes a gravity-flow system for gentle handling of the grapes.
Fact 04
Kocabağ exclusively works with Turkey's native grape varietals.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Kapadokya Öküzgözü - Boğazkere by Kocabağ begins with the careful selection of indigenous Öküzgözü and Boğazkere grapes. The winery employs a gravity-flow system to gently transport the grapes, minimizing mechanical stress. A key technique is the fermentation process, which occurs in traditional tanks carved directly into the volcanic rock of Cappadocia. These natural cellars provide a stable microclimate ideal for fermentation. Aging is typically minimal, with only a small fraction of the blend potentially seeing some wood influence, as the winery aims to highlight the purity of the fruit and regional character. This approach results in a wine that reflects both the grape varietals and the distinctive Cappadocian terroir.
