Gourmet Tour - Urla Vineyards

OVERVIEW

Enjoy an indulgent meal at a contemporary restaurant in a boutique hotel along the revitalized Urla wine route. Although wine had been produced in this area for thousands of years, the wineries had fallen into ruin and forgotten until a landowner stumbled across the remains of one somewhat recently. Wineries are now back in full force as you will discover at Perdix, a restaurant in the heart of this burgeoning wine region. You will be offered a sampling of several wines made from familiar grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay and lesser-known varietals from grapes that have been brought back from near extinction. It is an inspiring story made all the more relevant during the tasting. Similarly, lunch will reflect the distinctive cuisine of Urla as the ingredients will be locally sourced. The small-plate dishes will likely include octopus-stuffed gnocchi while the main course may be grilled sea bream fresh from the Aegean Sea.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Discover how the long-forgotten wineries in the Urla district have been revitalized.
• Sample premium wines made from grapes that thrive in the Urla terroir.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.