Pomegranate wine is part of the traditional heritage of Armenia, where it has been produced for thousands of years. The Pomegranate for this is sourced from Armenia’s mountainous regions, primarily from tree-ripened fruit grown at elevations between 3,000 and 4,000 feet. The pomegranates are gently cracked to extract the arils, followed by extended whole fruit maceration and cool fermentation in stainless steel to preserve freshness and structure. Like grape wine, pomegranate wine demands precise handling to balance natural tannins and acidity while maintaining its vibrant fruit character. The growing technical refinement of Armenian winemaking has resulted in more consistent and expressive wines, with some of the best being made. This was a big surprise, and I was expecting something very sweet, like pomegranate juice with a fermented flavor, but this was not that at all. This uniquely shows pronounced aromas of ripe pomegranate, raspberry, and crushed violets, with an array of fresh herbs and botanicals. The palate is fresh with a floral perfume, bright acidity, and just the slightest touch of sweetness on the red fruit and herb finish, also showing a bit of dry extract. It is a fun alternative for adventurous drinkers seeking something outside the usual red wine categories. Only 20 cases were imported, and right now, we have some of the only bottles available!