Narince is an indigeneous Anatolian grape variety originated in Tokat. Tokat is the transition zone where the Black Sea climate ends and turns into continental climate. The soil here is composed of clay and sand with some pebbles. The vines used to be vinifera are grafted on American rootstocks and a high training system on wires has also been applied thanks to the Kavaklıdere’s support in the process for 15-20 years. Narince grapes are also grown on the Anatolia tableland south of the mountains near the Black Sea shores. This region continues throughout the Yeşilırmak.
Narince grapes are grown in Kavaklıdere’s Cappadocia Vineyards. Good quality Narince grapes are grown in Kavaklıdere Gülşehir Vineyards where the climate is continental and the soil is volcanic.
Citrus fruits (orange, grapefruit, lemon), pear, mineral (limy-earthy) and floral (white flowers) aromas are pronounced for Narince.
Narince is an exceptional Anatolian white grape that can be matured in oak barrels. Wine produced from the Narince grape has a richness, creaminess and good balance. The best examples are suitable for aging. Kavaklıdere Wines achieved another first when, in 1999, it offered wine enthusiasts its Prestige Narince varietal wine, matured in oak barrels.
Ancyra Narince and Prestige Narince are varietal wines that Kavaklıdere produces solely from Narince grapes. Çankaya, Selection Narince-Emir and Vin-art Narince-Chardonnay, are blend wines produced with Narince grapes. The first and only Turkish fortified wine, Tatlı Sert White, is produced from Narince grapes, using the Port wine method.