Karalahna – Bozcaada

Karalahna is Bozcaada's native red grape and, unlike the island's whites, makes full, powerful wines. Thick-skinned and dark, it ripens slowly in the island's windy, sunny conditions.

Tasting notes

Black cherry, elderberry, dried herbs and a touch of salinity; full body, pronounced tannin and lively acidity.

An island red

Karalahna can be bottled on its own or blended with the island's other red, Kuntra. The wine on our list is a single variety and introduces the island's red character at its purest.

Pairing

Goes well with lamb chops, aged Kars kaşar and grilled plates. Served at around 16 °C.

Karalahna's firm structure also lets the wine mature for a few years in bottle. The wine on our list is made by a small wine house in the south of the island and is available in limited quantities.

Note: this wine is served only on the premises to guests aged 18 and over; our website shows no prices, promotions or sales.