SULTANIYE
Pronunciation: Sool-tah-nee-yeh
ORIGIN (Sub Region)
Aegean (Denizli)
OTHER REGIONS (Sub Regions)
Aegean (Manisa)
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Mainly grown in Denizli and Manisa.
- Mostly consumed as table grape and raisins however it is also used in wine making.
- Gives light, easy to drink fruit flavoured and fresh wines.
- Dry and semi-dry wines can be produced with this type of grape.
DETAILED INFORMATION
Climate: In general the Aegean region has a mild climate. However, it becomes harsher at altitude . Temperatures can rise to 40 °C during summer and fall to -10 °C in winter. There are about 80 days with precipitation, mainly during winter.
Soil: Differs from clay loam in the lower elevations to calcarious chalks at 1100 m.
Berry: Medium sized round
Ripening: Mid-season
AROMA PROFILE
Asparagus, Pear, Pineapple, Floral, Mango, Lemon, Golden and Green Apples, Hay
FOOD & WINE MATCH
Grilled or Steamed Fish, Shellfish, Chicken, Pasta with White Creamy Sauces.