Kalecik Karası
| Kalecik Karası | |
|---|---|
| Grape (Vitis) | |
| Color of berry skin | Red |
| Species | Vitis vinifera |
| Origin | Turkey |
| Notable regions | Kalecik, Denizli Province |
| VIVC number | 5936 |
Kalecik Karası is a Turkish grape variety and a Turkish wine produced from this grape. It is named after the Kalecik district of Ankara Province, Turkey, where it grows particularly well. The microclimate created by the Kızılırmak River and soils rich in marine fossils provide optimum conditions for cultivating high-quality Kalecik Karası vines.
Kalecik Karası grapes are known for their distinctive taste and aromatic profile. In good vintages, wines made from Kalecik Karası have won several awards in international wine competitions, enhancing the grape’s reputation both domestically and abroad.