Mid-eastern Anatolia

Mid-eastern Anatolia, situated along the majestic Euphrates River, boasts a wine region elevated above 1,000 meters, encompassing areas like Elazığ, Tokat, and Malatya Provinces. This picturesque locale benefits from the river's presence and the strategic placement of colossal dams along its course. With a burgeoning reputation, it's become a focal point for wine enthusiasts, offering a unique blend of history, culture, and viticulture.

The region showcases an array of indigenous grape varieties, including the versatile Öküzgözü, celebrated for crafting juicy red wines with captivating aromatic intensity. This variety has risen to prominence, earning the distinction of being Turkey's most extensively cultivated red-wine grape. Narince and Bogazkere also shine, contributing to a diverse range of wine styles, from crisp whites to robust reds, each expressing the distinct character of the Anatolian terroir.

The region showcases an array of indigenous grape varieties, including the versatile Öküzgözü, celebrated for crafting juicy red wines with captivating aromatic intensity. This variety has risen to prominence, earning the distinction of being Turkey's most extensively cultivated red-wine grape. Narince and Bogazkere also shine, contributing to a diverse range of wine styles, from crisp whites to robust reds, each expressing the distinct character of the Anatolian terroir.

Did you know that Öküzgözü, one of the primary red grape varieties of Mid-eastern Anatolia, translates to "bull's eye" in Turkish?