

Fine Turkish Wine: The Road So Far
While on the outside it looks like Fine Turkish Wine recently finished its first year, on the inside the story has been a little different! But, with wines officially available for more than a year now, we reflect on the road so far: on the challenges, what we learned, and the successes we had.

Andrea Lemieux
May 17 min read
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Turkish Wine Selection: Meet (some of) the New Grapes!
This month we are happy to introduce Americans to three local Turkish grape varieties: get ready for Osmanca, Çal Karası, and Karasakız!

Andrea Lemieux
May 13 min read
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Turkish Wine Selection: The Fabulous Wild West of Winemaking
This month we offer a trio of unusual wines, epitomizing the adventurous, untamed environment in which Turkish winemakers thrive.

Andrea Lemieux
Apr 24 min read
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Turkish Wine is a Hit at the 2025 Rodeo Roundup & Best Bites Competition!
Champion Turkish Wine served among other wine champions at the Rodeo Houston Best Bites Competition!

Rob Icsezen
Mar 41 min read
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Feature: The Women of Turkish Wine
As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, we lift a glass to the amazing women who elevate the Turkish wine industry!

Andrea Lemieux
Mar 46 min read
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Turkish Wine Selection: The Turkish Champions of Rodeo Uncorked! 2025
March 2025 Not sure yet about Turkish wine? Trust the experts! Eleven of our fine Turkish wines won medals at the 2025 Rodeo Uncorked!...

Andrea Lemieux
Mar 43 min read
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Feature: Celebrating the New Year Like a Turk
Put on your best red outfit, grab a pomegranate, and get ready to feast! It’s time to celebrate New Year’s like a Turk!

Andrea Lemieux
Dec 1, 20244 min read
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Turkish Wine Selection: Three Wines for Celebrating the New Year Like a Turk
Celebrate New Year’s like a Turk with three wines to pair with traditional Turkish dishes!

Andrea Lemieux
Dec 1, 20243 min read
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Turkish Wine Shines Bright at Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition
Fine Turkish Wine shines bright at Rodeo Uncorked International Wine Competition winning multiple medals, including 2 Class Champions!

Rob Icsezen
Nov 25, 20242 min read
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Turkish Wine Making a SPLASH!
Thanks to Houston Chronicle Food Reporter Sonia Garcia for this great profile!

Rob Icsezen
Nov 18, 20241 min read
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Feature: An Introduction to Turkish Wine History
Turkish wine history stretches back thousands of years to before recorded history. This Turkish Wine History 101 gives a brief overview.

Andrea Lemieux
Nov 1, 20245 min read
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Turkish Wine Selection: A Gorgeous Thracian Red Blend Duo
Just in time for the cooler autumn weather, ee presents two premier red blends from Turkey: Hieron Oros by Gurbuz and Odrysia Red Blend.

Andrea Lemieux
Nov 1, 20243 min read
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Feature: Turkish Wine Tourism as Sustainable, Responsible Tourism
Discover an unexplored gem: Turkish wine tourism!

Andrea Lemieux
Oct 1, 20243 min read
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Turkish Wine Selection: A Familiar and Delicious Introduction
a delicious trio of Turkish wines made with grapes you already know and love to ease your introduction into Turkish wine

Andrea Lemieux
Aug 30, 20244 min read
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Feature: Akın Gürbüz, Preeminent Turkish Winemaker
Meet Akın Gürbüz, one of Turkey's preeminent winemakers who achieved his dream of opening his own winery through years of hard work

Andrea Lemieux
Aug 30, 20244 min read
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