Oak-aged Areni Noir from ancient vineyards — darker and more structured than the qvevri style. Dark cherry, dried rose petal, volcanic mineral, and earthy tannins with good aging potential.
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Grape leaf-wrapped lamb and Areni Noir — a poetic Armenian pairing; the wine's cherry and herb notes mirror the stuffed leaves' aromatics
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The wine's pomegranate character finds direct resonance; volcanic minerals mirror the eggplant's smoky depth