Turkish Wine Tasting in Cappadocia
Capitol Reef, Turkey
About This Activity
Cappadocia has been a wine-producing region for thousands of years — Hittite carvings depict grape harvests dating to 3000 BC. The volcanic tuff soil and high altitude produce distinctive wines from indigenous grapes like Emir (a crisp white) and Kalecik Karası (a fruity red). Visit a winery like Turasan or Kocabağ in Ürgüp for a guided tasting in rock-cut cellars, learning about Turkey's emerging wine renaissance alongside cheese and dried fruit pairings.
Seasonal note: Harvest season Aug-Oct; tastings year-round
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