COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Öküzgözü
PRODUCER
Turasan
REGION
Central Anatolia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Turasan Öküzgözü 2022 is a dry red wine from Central Anatolia, Turkey, primarily made from the indigenous Öküzgözü grape. The grapes are sourced from Turasan's vineyards located at the foothills of Mount Erciyes in Cappadocia, a region known for its high altitude and volcanic soils. Turasan, established in 1943, is the oldest winery in Cappadocia and has been family-run for three generations, playing a pioneering role in the region's winemaking history.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Öküzgözü translates to 'bull's eye' in Turkish.
Fact 02
Turasan winery is a significant tourist attraction in Cappadocia.
Fact 03
Grapes are grown at an altitude of 1200m on Mount Erciyes' foothills.
Fact 04
No pesticides are used due to the arid climate and high altitude.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Turasan Öküzgözü 2022 is produced from Öküzgözü grapes grown in the Cappadocia region of Central Anatolia. The grapes are cultivated in volcanic tuff soils at a high altitude of 1200 meters, benefiting from an arid climate that allows for pesticide-free viticulture. The winemaking process involves fermentation without the use of oak, allowing the natural characteristics of the grape to be expressed. The wine is then aged without oak, preserving its fruit-forward profile and freshness.
