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Description of Domaine Qotot
Qotot Estate, located in the heart of Armenia, is dedicated to promoting indigenous grape varieties and producing authentic wines that reflect the richness of their terroir. With a commitment to sustainable winemaking practices, Qotot combines tradition and innovation to deliver wines of exceptional quality.
Description of the Cuvée Aréni Rosé
Qotot's Cuvée Aréni Rosé is a delicate and elegant wine made from the Areni grape variety, emblematic of Armenian viticulture. This rosé is distinguished by its freshness and vibrant aromatic profile, highlighting the finesse and unique expression of the Areni grape variety.
Aromas of the Cuvée
Aréni Rosé reveals seductive aromas of strawberry, raspberry and rose petals, complemented by subtle citrus notes and a mineral touch. The aromatic bouquet is both fresh and complex, offering a refined sensory experience.
Characteristics of the Cuvée
- Grape variety: Areni
- Profile: On the palate, this rosé is fresh and light, with a nice acidity that balances the fruity flavors. The texture is silky, and the finish is long and refreshing, marked by a persistence of red fruit aromas.
- Aging Potential: Although designed to be enjoyed young, this rosé can improve over a short period, developing more complex aromas.
Pairings with this Cuvée
Aréni Rosé is perfect to accompany light dishes such as summer salads, seafood, or fresh cheeses. It is also ideal as an aperitif, offering a refreshing and elegant introduction to any meal.
The little history of the country
Armenia
In the eighth century, Armenia was called the “Land of Vineyards.” Grapes grew wild in these regions for more than a million years before being domesticated. More than a decade ago, a series of archaeological “firsts” were discovered in a cliffside cave near the mountain town of Areni. These include the oldest known shoe, the oldest known brain tissue from the Old World, and a 6,100-year-old wine cellar, the oldest ever discovered on earth. In what is now known as Areni Cave, the public can see cylindrical clay vessels (each more than a meter in diameter) where wine was produced for burial ceremonies. Armenia, which was part of the USSR for a long time (1922-1991), was its main commercial outlet. Since the implosion of the communist bloc, it has experienced a revival with a decrease in consumption of "Brandies" and an increase in the consumption of wines and an opening to international markets. Throughout the Soviet period, Armenia was the center of production of "Brandy". Armenian "Cognac" was particularly renowned for its quality and Winston Churchill was a regular consumer. It was Armenia's independence that was the driving force behind the revival of the wine industry with the return to the country of many Armenians from the diaspora. Armenia's specialization in distillation favored white grape varieties at the expense of red grape varieties and today there are 12 varieties of white and only 3 varieties of red. The country is located between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea, however the climate is dry and the majority of the vineyards are stuck between the deserts in the south and the great plains in the north. The climate is continental with particularly harsh winters and very hot summers so that quality viticulture is done at altitude (90% of the country is at an altitude above 1000 meters). This allows the vegetative cycle of the vine to take place in good conditions because the temperature differences are significant.