Points : 7/10 Price : 93 TL I discovered Selendi, a “boutique” winery situated near Izmir, not so long ago. I had tasted their rosé called Gülpembe and really loved it. Well, this time, this blend of two French grapevines didn’t seduced me. This pale golden wine has a very nice aromatic nose with citrus…
Suvla Sur 2014 (Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot)
Points : 8/10 Price : 85 TL The nose has aromas of wild strawberry, chocolate and dried prunes. Tannins are medium high and well integrated. It’s quite well balanced. I detected flavours of blueberry, liquorice and some hints of mint in the long finish. Perfect with lamb chops!
Saranta 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot
Points : 8,5/10 Price : Around 90 TL A beautifully aromatic nose. This blend has strong aromas of dark fruits. Tannins are persistent but soft. It’s very well balanced. Flavours are rich and plentiful with blueberry, raspberry, chocolate and prune. The finish is long and savoury. One of my favourite reds this summer.
Suvla Reserve 2015 Petit Verdot Karasakız
Points : 8/10 Price : 129 TL The nose has dark cherry, blackberry and spices. The texture is velvety, acidity is high. Tannins are medium high. It’s very pleasant in the mouth. The length is quite long with hints of black pepper and prune notes. Perfect with a kebab! Or with a baked chicken like…
Tellus Aydin 2014 Syrah Petit Verdot
Points : 7,5/10 Price : Around 90 TL Spicy nose. Black pepper, black berries. Underwood and herbal notes. Velvety texture, quite strong tannins. Plum and spices in the long finish. A quite pleasant wine. I’m not totally seduced though.
Pamukkale Nodus 2015 Chardonnay
Points : 7,5/10 Price : 84 TL The nose is quite aromatic (white flowers) and slightly smoky. The texture is refined and elegant and slightly buttery. Acidity is high. The finish is long with citrus flavours. Another good white wine made by Pamukkale Winery.
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