5 Best Sights in The Central and Southern Aegean Coast, Turkey

Amongst its wines, this winery is very proud of producing red wine from the re-discovered and cultivated Foça Karası Grape, considered an ancestral stock for many modern wines. The names of the wines are inspired by Shakespeare's sonnets, with sections from these printed in the wine introduction booklet. Tastings consist of a choice of three to six wines served with a charcuterie board, with an explanation by the staff while you sit on the terrace overlooking the vineyard and valley. Service can also be in the large arched cool salon, furnished with comfortable tables and chairs or sofas around the fireplace.

Mehmet Vuran is the winemaker of this small family-owned vineyard which developed from producing table grapes to wines; the depth of age in their vine stock yields some stunning reds. Wine tastings include three wines and a small cheese plate; you can also visit the cellars.

These pioneers first saw the similarity of the clay loams and climate with California, and set to planting and developing their vineyards and the cellar and restaurant. Chef Asli Mutlu presents delicious charcuterie boards and snacks by day with the four Karnas wines for tasting; at night, a four-course meal with wine pairings is served outdoors or indoors. Cooking Lessons with the chefs are also available.

A sweeping vista of vineyards surrounds the old café building and tall pines where a small menu is served including cheese boards, with a menu of wines for tasting. A walking tour of the vineyards, modern cellars, and the wine-making process is available. The scenery lends itself to light concert nights and events, announced on their social media. The cafe sells the wines, and also the olives and olive oils grown on the property.

At the far south end of the Kuşçular valleys, pruned to perfection, the beautiful spaces of this vineyard and winery presage the quality and care in their winemaking. Wine tastings and vineyard tours are available by reservation. Above the reception areas lies the Two Rooms Hotel, where visitors can stay and drink in the peace and views. They are not too far from fine dining, as the one Michelin–star restaurant Teruaurla is in sight, just down the road.