Karas Kraki Ktor Syrah Volcanic 2023

The Karas Kraki Ktor Syrah Volcanic is a wine that immediately catches the eye with its intense purple color. But the magic of this wine truly begins when you place your nose in the glass. You are greeted with an intriguing aroma of deep berries, fruity notes, subtle licorice hints, a touch of bitter chocolate, and a hint of black pepper. With every sip, this wine reveals a balanced tasting experience. Dried berries blend with the warmth of spices and a touch of coffee, creating an irresistible combination. What truly makes this wine special is the seamless integration of the tannins, which give it a velvety texture. And the finish? It’s remarkably long and lingers on. The Karas Kraki Ktor Syrah Volcanic is a perfect companion for both appetizers and main courses with red meat. It also pairs excellently with dried and smoked meats and a selection of cheeses. The rich flavor and soft tannins of this wine elevate your meal to the next level. To fully enjoy this wine, we recommend serving it at a temperature of around 16-18 degrees Celsius. This way, the flavors will be fully expressed, and you’ll be treated to an unforgettable wine experience.

Karas Wines combines sustainability, family tradition, and deeply rooted expertise in a beautiful winery located at the foot of the majestic Mount Ararat. The core of their mission is to create world-class wines, rooted in their own vineyards in Armavir, Armenia. The name of the winery, "Karas," refers to the "amphora" in Armenian, a sacred clay vessel that has been used for winemaking here for 6,000 years. This ancient oenological culture of Armenia serves as inspiration for the winery as they focus on the future of the birthplace of wine. They aim to put Armenia back on the map as a producer of the world’s most sought-after wines. Here, under the watchful eye of Mount Ararat, tradition and innovation come together to produce wines that capture the essence of this historic land.

Hidden in the shadow of the revered Mount Ararat, Armavir, with its rich terroir, proved to be a natural choice for the story of Karas Wines to unfold. The history of Armavir dates back to the Bronze Age, as evidenced by the discovery of amphorae that were used as far back as 6,000 years ago in the Areni-1 cave, just a stone's throw from the Karas winery. Along with other remarkable archaeological finds related to winemaking, this establishes Armenia as the oldest wine-producing culture in the world. While the past is deeply rooted in this project, Karas Wines also recognizes the crucial importance of responsible stewardship for the future. Thanks to the unique terroir of Armavir, characterized by fertile volcanic soils and a distinctive climate with significant temperature fluctuations, Karas Wines embraces a sustainable and organic approach in line with Bioma practices. This ensures that their vineyards thrive in healthy conditions, free from harmful chemical additives.