Overview

Discover Cappadocia’s hidden liquid treasures! This tour invites you to explore the region’s volcanic terroir, ancient rock-cellars, and award-winning wineries. Taste unique wines made from indigenous grapes like Öküzgözü and Emir, learn about 4,000-year-old winemaking traditions, and savor the flavors of Cappadocia’s mineral-rich soils. Perfect for wine lovers and history buffs alike!

Tour Highlights

Transfer:

• Morning/afternoon pickup from your Cappadocia hotel.
• Scenic drive through vineyards and fairy chimneys to the first winery.

Itinerary:

1. Vineyard Visit:
   • Walk among rows of indigenous grapes like Kalecik Karası (red) and Emir (white), thriving in Cappadocia’s volcanic soil.
   • Learn how the region’s hot days and cool nights create ideal growing conditions.
2. Winery Tour & Tasting (TURSAN or KOCABAĞ):
   • Explore rock-carved cellars where wines age in oak barrels.
   • Taste 3 wines:
     • Öküzgözü: Bold red with cherry and spice notes.
     • Emir: Crisp white with citrus and floral hints.
     • Kalecik Karası: Velvety red with raspberry undertones.
3. Lunch with Wine Pairing:
   • Enjoy a traditional Turkish meal (mezes, grilled meats, stuffed eggplant) paired with local wines.
4. Historical Insight:
   • Discover how Hittites and early Christians made wine in rock-cut presses.
5. Second Winery Visit (Optional):
   • Compare styles at a boutique vineyard using modern techniques.

Return:

• Drop-off at your hotel with a souvenir wine guide.