Wines made from Okuzgozu grapes of Tokat
Discover the best wines made with Okuzgozu as a single variety or as a blend of Tokat.
More informations about the variety Okuzgozu
This grape variety is native to Turkey, where it is very well known and highly appreciated. In this country, it is very often grown at high altitudes, sometimes 1,000 metres or more. It is virtually unknown in France and in other wine-producing countries.
More informations about the region of Tokat
The wine region of Tokat of Turkey. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Diren or the Domaine Diren produce mainly wines red, white and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Tokat are Narince, Cabernet-Sauvignon and Kalecik karasi, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Tokat often reveals types of flavors of earth, microbio or oak and sometimes also flavors of tree fruit, citrus fruit or floral.
What are the typical flavors of the Okuzgozu grape variety?
News about the grape variety Okuzgozu
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