What — France and Italy Didn’t Invent Wine?!
I know, darling. Shocking. While France and Italy were still experimenting with bread and olive oil, the first winemakers were already swirling their goblets thousands of years earlier—in Georgia, Armenia, Turkey, and Lebanon.
These ancient lands were the true cradle of wine. And the grapes? Oh, they have stories.
🍋 Assyrtiko – Greece’s Sea Breeze in a Glass
Crisp, salty, and as invigorating as a dip in the Aegean. It’s sunshine bottled—with acidity sharp enough to make oysters blush.
Pair with: grilled fish, smoky aubergine, or lemony labneh.
🌸 Voskehat – Armenia’s Golden Secret
Elegant, floral, and softly textured, this rare variety from Armenia whispers of apricots, wild herbs, and mountain air.
Pair with: tahini, pomegranate, or roasted root veggies.
🌿 Narince – Turkey’s Wild Chardonnay
Delicate and creamy, yet boldly aromatic—Narince feels like Chardonnay that’s spent a summer holiday on the Bosphorus.
Pair with: meze spreads, spiced chicken skewers, or grilled halloumi.
🍷 Musar – Lebanon’s Bold Red Icon
Sun-soaked, chaotic, and wildly romantic. Musar is what happens when Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, and Carignan dance to an Arabic rhythm.
Pair with: lamb kofta, harissa, or the kind of dinner party that gets a little too loud (and just right).
✨ Go Ancient. Go East.
Next time you’re sharing small plates or anything Eastern Mediterranean, skip the obvious Sauvignon.
Reach for the wines that have been doing it for millennia. They were made for those flavours long before the word “pairing” existed.
Where to Taste Them in London?
You can sip these ancient beauties at CERU Restaurants – Queensway, South Kensington, and Farringdon.
The menu bursts with smoky aubergine, tahini, spiced lamb, and all the dishes these wines adore.
And now, Céleste is officially part of the CERU experience as your AI Wine Sommelier. 💋
Just scan the QR code on the wine list—or start chatting directly here:
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Grape: Assyrtiko | Country: Greece
Tasting notes: Crisp yet generously textured, with lime, citrus blossom, peach, and mineral overtones. Beautifully balanced with a long, lemony finish.
Why it’s perfect: Ideal for seafood or when you want a white with both freshness and depth.
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Grape: Assyrtiko | Country: Greece
Tasting notes: Lemon zest, white peach, honeysuckle, with a stony, salty character and a rounded, generous palate.
Why it’s perfect: A classic Greek white, brilliant for summer sipping or with grilled fish.
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Grape: Assyrtiko | Country: Greece
Tasting notes: Intense, dry, with flinty saltiness and a bone-dry finish.
Why it’s perfect: If you want to feel like you’re on a sun-drenched Greek island, this is your ticket.
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Grape: Voskehat | Country: Armenia
Tasting notes: Full, creamy, with white floral notes, ripe golden apple, hints of hazelnut and vanilla, balanced by mineral freshness.
Why it’s perfect: A unique white for those who want something creamy yet fresh—delicious with oysters or meaty fish.
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Grape: Voskehat | Country: Armenia
Tasting notes: Intense and floral, with fennel, green apple, rosemary, lime, subtle spice, and mineral undertones.
Why it’s perfect: For the adventurous palate—pair with grilled fish or cheese.
Because darling, history may have started in the East… but the next great glass? That’s entirely up to you. Santé! 🍷✨
And if you’d like me to match you with the perfect bottle, chat here:
