Emir (grape)
Emir, not to be confused with Emir, is a type of white grape native to the Cappadocia region of Turkey. It is mostly grown in the Cappadocia and Nevşehir provinces.[1]
| Emir | |
|---|---|
| Grape (Vitis) | |
| Origin | Turkey |
| Notable regions | Cappadocia and Nevşehir province |
| Notable wines | Sparkling |
Emir can be used to make several different kinds of wine. One type is a straw yellow colour with green reflections.[2]
Sparkling wines can also be made from Emir, which have a light yellow colour and high acidity.[3]
Wines made from Emir don't match with oak barrels and generally should be consumed in 1 – 2 years.
References
- Lemieux, Andrea (2021-01-17). "Get to Know the Grape: Emir". The Quirky Cork. Retrieved 2022-10-30.
- "Emir - White Wine Grape Variety". Wine-Searcher. Retrieved 2022-10-30.
- Erlend (2010-02-12). "Indigenous Wine Grapes of Turkey - Istanbul Insider -". Istanbul Insider. Retrieved 2022-10-30.
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