Diren Collection Merlot

The Diren Collection Merlot, sourced from the Manisa region in Turkey, offers a fresh aroma of red fruits with a hint of banana, and on the palate, it’s lightly oaked with a round, well-balanced structure. 

Aroma:  The wine presents a fresh aroma of red fruits, with a subtle hint of banana. 

Diren Winery started wine production in 1958 after 18 years of preparation. In 1963, Diren Winery won the first wine competition in Turkey and from that moment on, Diren has continued to invest in information and technology in winemaking. Diren Winery has presented quality wines of Anatolia, predominantly from the Tokat region, and has gained many national and international awards.

DIREN WINERY

• History and Ownership:

  Founded in 1958 by Mustafa Vasfi Diren, the winery has been in the family, with his son Ali Diren taking over in 1985. 
• Location:

  Located in the north-central part of Turkey, specifically in the mountainous region where wine has been grown for centuries. 

  • Diren Winery has been presenting quality wines of Anatolia, predominantly from the Tokat region.

   

• Focus on Indigenous Varietals:

  Diren Winery is known for its collection of indigenous varietals, including Karmena White, Karmena Red, Bogazkere, and Öküzgözü.