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Kayra Versus Öküzgözü
£34.90
Intricate notes of rhubarb, cassis, and blackberry preserves, accompanied by fresh white pepper, plum, and allspice, are complemented by hazelnut, a pine forest essence, and a hint of sweet spice. The palate continues with vibrant red fruit flavours.
- Nose: Expressive and aromatic with aromas of cassis, plum, blackberry preserves, and fresh ground white pepper. This is intricately layered with subtle earthy hints of pine forest, sweet spices like allspice, and a touch of hazelnut or bitter almond.
- Palate: A medium-bodied, fruit-forward profile that avoids feeling heavy. It offers bright flavors of sweet cherry, mulberry, and pomegranate, perfectly balanced by vibrant acidity and silky tannins.
- Finish: Long and refined with a lingering sumac and paprika spiced finish.
Food Pairings & Serving Tips
- Best Pairings: Ideal alongside spicy meat dishes, subtly spiced kebabs, or grilled lamb.
- Serving: Best enjoyed when slightly decanted to open up its complex aromas.
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Kayra versus Öküzgözü
Kayra versus Öküzgözü is a classic battle of two popular grape varieties native to Turkey. Kayra, also known as Carignan, is a medium-bodied red grape that is known for its dark fruit flavors and soft tannins. Öküzgözü, on the other hand, is a lighter-bodied grape that is characterized by its bright acidity and red fruit flavors.
The two grapes are often compared, with some saying that Kayra has a more complex flavor profile while others argue that Öküzgözü is more versatile. Ultimately, which grape is preferred will depend on personal taste and food pairing.
However, both of these Turkish grapes are highly regarded and are an important part of the country’s wine culture.
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
|---|---|
| Tasting Notes | Intricate notes of rhubarb, cassis, and blackberry preserves, accompanied by fresh white pepper, plum, and allspice, are complemented by hazelnut, a pine forest essence, and a hint of sweet spice. The palate continues with vibrant red fruit flavours. |
| Palate Short Notes | Tart berries, bitter almond with notes of cocoa, liquorice, and toasted oak |
| Nose Short Notes | rhubarb, cassis, and blackberry preserveswith layers of fresh white pepper, plum, allspice, hazelnut, and a hint of pine forest. |
| Winery | Kayra stands out as one of Turkey's foremost premium and vibrant wineries, renowned for breathing new life into ancient Anatolian grape varieties. With winemaking locations in Elazığ (Eastern Anatolia) and Şarköy (Thrace), this producer connects age-old winemaking customs with contemporary methods. |
| Region | Eastern Anatolia |
| Body | medium-bodied |
| Grape varietal | 100% Öküzgözü |
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