Both occupy the traditional Balkan fruit-brandy category at similar proof levels

hearty dishes that can stand up to its weight and concentration

and dill seed lingering alongside hints of tarragon and licorice root

with roughly 1% residual sugar balancing the wine's natural acidity

Taste: The entry is marked by an attractive leanness and muscularity uncommon in vintage port

Karas Red Wine pernod-ricard-on-liquor-barn Both occupy the traditional BalkanKaras Red Wine is a 750ml Armenian red blend of Syrah, Malbec, and Cabernet Franc bottled at 14% ABV from the Armavir region. The 2015 vintage earned a Silver medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards and a Silver at Mundus Vini, with critic scores reaching 88 100 serious recognition for a wine region most drinkers have yet to explore. Quick Facts: ABV: 14% Origin: Armavir, Armenia Blend: Syrah (35%), Malbec (35%), Cabernet Franc (30%) Winery: Karas