Aegean is a wine region in Turkey.
The signature grape is Kalecik Karasi, backed by Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Okuzgozu, plus one more.
The ground underneath is chalk, clay and limestone.
The climate is mediterranean, running altitude-moderated and maritime.
The vineyards themselves read as coastal and elevated.
Red wine, white wine and rosé wine, plus one more is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows crisp and aromatic, showcasing floral and fruity notes, light and effervescent and enjoyed as an aperitif.
At the table these bottles work with grilled seafood, lamb dishes, mediterranean appetizers and spicy dishes.
Serve chilled.
In the glass.
White: Crisp and aromatic, Showcasing floral and fruity notes.
Sparkling: Light and effervescent, Enjoyed as an aperitif.
Grapes planted here.
Bottles to look for.
- 7 Bilgeler Anaxagoras Chardonnay, Izmir, Turkey
- 7 Bilgeler Pythagoras, Izmir, Turkey
- Doluca 'Alcitepe' Cabernet Sauvignon - Shiraz, Aegean, Turkey
- Kavaklidere Ancyra Cabernet Sauvignon - Syrah, Aegean, Turkey
- Kavaklidere Ancyra Merlot, Denizli, Turkey
- Kavaklidere Ancyra Sauvignon Blanc, Denizli, Turkey
- Kavaklidere Angora Beyaz, Aegean, Turkey
- Kavaklidere Egeo Cabernet Sauvignon, Aegean, Turkey
At the table.
- Grilled seafood
- Lamb dishes
- Mediterranean appetizers
- Spicy dishes
Serving and cellaring.
- Serve chilled.
Nearby regions.
Aegean: common questions
01.What grapes is Aegean known for?+
02.What kind of wine does Aegean make?+
03.Where is Aegean?+
04.What food goes with Aegean wine?+
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