Areni, Pinot Noir, Dry Red Armenian Wine
Long before Pinot Noir became one of the world’s most beloved wines, there was Areni - the ancient ancestor of Pinot, grown in the volcanic soils of Armenia for over 6,000 years.
Now, for the first time, Franzese Areni brings this historic grape to modern wine lovers, offering a bold yet elegant expression of its legendary past.
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
Ships every Monday. Signature required upon delivery for ages 21+
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
