Areni, Pinot Noir, Dry Red Armenian Wine
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Areni is the genetic and biological parent of Pinot Noir. However, due to the harsh, high elevation climate the grape is more susceptible to the hot sun and cold nights so it has thicker skin and therefore more power than your average Pinot Noir.
Grape Varieties:
100% Areni
Smell:
Early Season Red Cherries
Tart Plum
Dry Earth
Taste:
Coastal Raspberries
Light Baking Spices
Pairs well with
Braised Meat
Bolognese with Parmesan grated on top
Lean cuts of steak or pork
Armenia has more than 60 identified indigenous Vitis Vinifera grape varietals and Areni is one of them.
The Franzese Areni comes from the Armenian region of Vayots Dzor. It is grown at between 4300 and 6000 feet above sea level on black volcanic soils near the base of Mt. Ararat. The grapes are hand harvested and vinified using both modern and traditional techniques including the use of clay vessels, called Karases, as well as stainless steel temperature controlled tanks. 30% of the wine is aged in 2nd year and neutral barrels, imparting slight oak notes and tannins.
Why Franzese Wines?
Wine From the Worlds First Vineyards
6,000 years of history and legacy in every bottle
Elevate your pallet! Indulge in high altitude high altitude Vineyards, and mineral rich volcanic soils
