COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Papaskarasi, Pinot Noir, Kalecik Karasi
PRODUCER
Chamlija Wines
REGION
Thrace
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Papika 2021 is a red wine from Chamlija Wines, produced in the Thrace region of Turkey. The wine's name is derived from its blend of Papaskarasi, Pinot Noir, and Kalecik Karasi grapes. Chamlija Wines was established in 2000 by Mustafa Çamlıca, continuing a family tradition of farming in the region since 1936. The winery focuses on producing 'terroir wines' from its vineyards located on the decomposed granite soils of the Strandja Massif. The Thrace region's climate, influenced by three seas, is considered a key factor in the wine's character. The wine features artistic labels designed by Irem Çamlıca.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Papika' is an acronym for its three grape varieties.
Fact 02
Vineyards are densely planted, up to 2,500 vines per acre.
Fact 03
Labels are illustrated by the producer's artist daughter, Irem Çamlıca.
Fact 04
The winery works with 58 different vineyard parcels in the Strandja terroir.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Papika 2021 is produced using natural fermentation methods. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in a mix of French and Hungarian oak barrels. The viticulture practices at Chamlija Wines are described as meticulous, with a focus on hand-caring for indigenous varietals within densely planted vineyards.
