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2021 Öküzgözü Shiraz, Kuzubağ Wine Republic

2021 Öküzgözü Shiraz, Kuzubağ

Aegean, Turkey

Anatolian Velvet

Dark, ripe and beautifully inviting, this Turkish red brings together the bright native charm of Öküzgözü with the darker, spicier depth of Shiraz. Aromas of black plum, dark cherry and wild berries rise from the glass, layered with violet, pepper, smooth oak and a cool flicker of mint. The palate is full-bodied and generous, but nicely balanced, with juicy black fruit, polished tannins and a warm, fruit-laden finish that feels smooth, satisfying and just a little exotic.

For when: the grill is glowing and something smoky is on the table.
Pairs with: lamb kebabs, grilled aubergine, spiced meatballs, or slow-cooked beef.
If this wine were a place: a late evening terrace in Anatolia, with charcoal smoke in the air and spice on the breeze.

Kuzubağ was founded in 2007 in Çal, Denizli, with a focus on showcasing Turkey’s distinctive terroir through both native grapes and classic international varieties. This blend captures that idea beautifully, pairing Öküzgözü’s lively red-fruited character with Shiraz’s darker fruit, spice and structure. It also has serious award pedigree, taking Gold at Decanter World Wine Awards 2023 among other international medals.

Whats in the bottle
Shiraz 42%, Öküzgözü 58%

Notable Awards
Gold, 95 pts, DWWA, 2025

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Kuzubağ Estate Winery was founded in 2007 by Salih Kuzu and Aslı Kuzu, based between İstanbul and Denizli, when the family first planted vineyards in their hometown of Çal. With a focus on showcasing the region’s distinctive terroir and indigenous Turkish varieties, the estate patiently developed its vineyards before building a modern winery at the heart of the property. The first vintage was released in 2021. Led by winemaker Semril Zorlu, the estate works with grapes grown exclusively in Çal, Denizli, with 34 hectares certified organic and the remainder in conversion, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability and terroir expression.

The wine was produced entirely by gravity. A pre-fermentation cold maceration took place for a minimum of three days. During maceration and fermentation, different stirring techniques were applied twice daily depending on the condition of the must. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at 23–25°C using selected yeasts. 66% of the wine was matured in first-use 300-litre French oak barrels for 12 months, while the remainder was aged in stainless steel to preserve freshness and balance.

Winemaker: Semril Zorlu
Region: Aegean
Subregion: Denizli
Country: Turkey
Alcohol: 13.9%
Dry/Sweet Value: N/A
Residual Sugar: 1.2
Contains Sulphites: Yes
Veg/Vegan: Yes/Yes
Milk/Eggs: No/No
Case Unit: 75CL
Closure: DIAM