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Old Bridge Grand Reserve Areni Noir 2013

Old Bridge Grand Reserve Areni Noir 2013

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This refined expression of Areni Noir, a.k.a. 'the king of Armenian grapes', comes from one of the top boutique producers in Armenia. Old Bridge Grand Reserve Areni Noir 2013 is an elegant, complex wine. It opens up with lush aromas of fresh cherries and blackberries, followed by inviting notes of coffee, chocolate, spice and smoke. The palate is smooth and harmonious, with silky tannins and long finish. 

The grapes have been sourced from vineyards grown at extreme altitudes - up to 1,450 metres above sea level. Old Bridge Grand Reserve Areni Noir 2013 spent 24 months in Armenian oak barrels, followed by further maturation in the bottle. The wine is perfectly enjoyable now, yet it will evolve beautifully in the cellar. Old Bridge Areni Noir wines are famed for their depth, complexity and tremendous ageing potential.

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Red Wine
Dry
2013
13.5%
Armenia
Vayots Dzor
Areni Noir
Old Bridge Winery
Conventional
Aged in Armenian oak for 24 months
Decant for at least 1hr
Serve in Burgundy glass
16-18ºC
Duck, Game, Hard cheeses, Lamb stew, Mushrooms, Pasta with tomato sauce, Pate and terrine, Ratatouille, Roast lamb, Truffles
Mundus Vini International Wine Awards 2018, Gold medal.

Caroline Gilby MW, Decanter Magazine, 89 points:
This wine comes from a tiny family estate founded in 1998 and named after a historic bridge close to their vineyards. Husband and wife Armen (a project manager) and Ashken (a doctor) produce this wine from 3.5ha of Areni grown at over 1,200m, close to the famous Areni-1 cave. It’s been aged in Caucasian oak for 24 months, producing a complex, layered wine with notes of black plum, leather and balsam, then an elegant palate with great freshness and length. Drinking Window 2020 – 2023.

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Wine Origins

Armenia

The land of snow-peaked mountains, fast-flowing rivers and ancient churches, Armenia boasts several millennia of wine history, yet it remains one of the best kept secrets of the world of wine. The plethora of Armenian indigenous grapes is truly mind blowing, and so is the quality of wines. Volcanic soils, high altitude vineyards and old vines are just some of the things which make Armenian wines standout…

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Old Bridge Winery

Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, Old Bridge is one of the most picturesque wineries in Armenia. Located in the Vayots Dzor region, at altitudes up to 1,300m above sea level, this land was nothing but wilderness just two decades ago. One man's vision and hard work turned cold rocks into vineyards. Today Old Bridge is ranked among the top producers of Areni Noir wine in the country.

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Areni Noir

Alfa and omega of the Armenian winemaking, Areni Noir, or simply Areni, is the signature grape of this country. It is also one of the world's most ancient grape varieties – more than 6,000 years old! Today this unique variety is responsible for some of the best Armenian reds. Elegant, complex and fresh, these wines burst with aromas of red fruit, which has led to Areni being nicknamed the “Armenian Pinot Noir”.

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