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Oenological properties and terroir characteristics of an autochthonous grape cultivar: Ada Karası (Vitis vinifera L.)

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This study aimed to review the current knowledge about cv. ‘Ada Karası’ and its wine, including oenological features and terroir characteristics gathered during geographical indication labelling studies. The research analyzed the climate and soil characteristics to determine the terroir properties of cv. ‘Ada Karası’. Furthermore, existing data on ampelographic and agronomic features were compiled, and the phenological traits and maturation dynamics of the cultivar and wine aroma profile were shared. The study also investigated the grape berry and wine quality traits of cv. ‘Ada Karası’. The must analysis of cv. ‘Ada Karası’ grapes during maturity revealed an average TA of 7.35 g 100 mL−1, a TSS of 22.17%, and a pH level of 3.55. Additionally, the total phenolic content was recorded as 2151.68 mg GAE kg−1, total anthocyanin content as 268.12 mg kg−1, and total tannin content as 2.64 g kg−1. The results of the quality evaluation indicated that ‘Ada Karası’ wine possessed a favorable chemical composition, yielding a middle-bodied and pleasant red wine with moderate alcohol, high acidity, high and dry tannins, high total phenolic compounds, moderate anthocyanin content, and volatile compounds. Sensory evaluation also showed a deep-red, with high and harsh tannins, a medium body, and a rich aroma of red fruits, woody, and spicy notes. Therefore, ‘Ada Karası’ wine could be considered a potential alternative to native Turkish grape varieties. However, producers should make wiser decisions regarding cultivation techniques, especially during harvest time, to produce top-quality wines.

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Acknowledgements

Part of this study was based on the data collected during the geographical indication labelling studies for the Vitis vinifera L. 'Ada Karası' grape cultivar and wine. The authors extend their sincere gratitude to the Erdek Chamber of Commerce for organizing and funding these studies. They would also like to express their appreciation to the former chamber president, Özlem Sarı, during the time the studies were carried out, as well as to vignerons and the winery owners in Avşa Island for their valuable contributions to the research. Lastly, the authors thank the people of the island for their warm hospitality during the course of the study. At the time of writing this article, the Vitis vinifera L. ‘Ada Karası’ cv. had obtained the geographical indication label with the registration number 1323. Furthermore, an application for the geographical indication label for ‘Ada Karası’ wine was submitted, and the process is currently ongoing.

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This study was organized and funded by the Erdek Chamber of Commerce, Turkey.

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  1. Tekirdağ Viticulture Research Institute, 59200, Tekirdağ, Turkey

    Serkan Candar, Tezcan Alço, Tamer Uysal, Gamze Uysal Seçkin, Taha Ahmet Güngör, İsmail Eryılmaz & Bekir Açıkbaş

  2. T.R. Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Balıkesir Provincial Agriculture and Forestry, Marmara District Directorate, 10940, Balıkesir, Turkey

    Elif Aslan

  3. Sezer Winery, Avşa Island, 10940, Balıkesir, Turkey

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The data collection were performed by the authors SC, TA, TU, IE, EA, and GS. Soil analyses were interpreted by BA, while berry analyses were conducted by GUS and TAG. Ampelographic studies were carried out by TU. TA and TAG performed wine analyses, while SC and TA interpreted the results. Additionally, SC, TA, and TA made critical revisions to the manuscript for intellectual content. Finally, all authors read and approved the final manuscript.

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Candar, S., Alço, T., Uysal, T. et al. Oenological properties and terroir characteristics of an autochthonous grape cultivar: Ada Karası (Vitis vinifera L.). Eur Food Res Technol 249, 2595–2610 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00217-023-04317-7

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