The flavor of melon rind in wine of Albania
Discover the of Albania wines revealing the of melon rind flavor during the olphactive analysis (nose) and during the gustative analysis (mouth).
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Albanian wine (Albanian: Vera Shqiptare) is produced in several regions of Albania located in the Mediterranean basin. The country has one of the oldest wine-making traditions, dating back to the Ice and Bronze Ages, when the ancient Illyrians inhabited the country's territory about 3,000 years ago. Chronologically, it belongs to the ancient world of wine-producing countries.
Albania is a mountainous Mediterranean country and Lies in the Mediterranean basin with the Mediterranean Sea to the west.
The country has a distinctly Mediterranean Climate, which means that winters are mild and summers are generally hot and Dry. The favourable climate and fertile soil of the country's mountainous areas are well suited to viticulture.
It is estimated that Albania produced 17,500 tons of wine in 2009.
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