Emir is a white grape variety, with its roots in Anatolia, Turkey.
The wines show light body, no tannin, high acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
The tasting note runs to green apple, citrus and pear.
It is planted most seriously in Anatolia.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening.
It blends readily with Sultana and Narince.
On other labels it goes by Akuezuem.
At the table it suits sushi (sparkling), ceviche (sparkling or still) and grilled codfish with swiss chard and sultanas (still).
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
Akuezuem.
Bottles to look for.
- Hus Emir, Nevsehir, Turkey
- Kavaklidere Altin Kopuk Brut, Cappadocia, Turkey
- Kavaklidere Cotes d'Avanos Emir, Cappadocia, Turkey
- Turasan Emir, Turkey
Emir: common questions
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05.What else is Emir called?+
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Turkey.