Karas Sparkling Extra Brut
2024, Armavir, Armenia
Profile & Story
Grape varieties / Rkatsiteli. The first toast raised around an Armenian dining table is «Հայ ժողովրդի կենացը», translated as ‘To the Armenian People.’ This sparkling wine crafted in the birthplace of wine is an authentic celebration of the Armavir region’s ancient land, history, and culture. Consider this our invitation to discover the Armenian lifestyle with loved ones and the perfect opportunity to create new memories with a toast to life. Soil: Volcanic. Lightly eroded clay formed by basalt, high levels of carbonate and limestone, volcanic tuff, and alluvial stones. Vinification: Manual harvest followed by a selection table. Pressed and after a cool 24-hour decantation process, the juice is fermented at 14-16° C. for 20 days. Second fermentation is carried out in pressure-stainless-steel tanks for 30 days.
