Ancient and storied lands provide the backdrop for this unique Terroir.  In 2000 BC the Hittites flourished in the region, planting their own vineyards and creating a robust tradition of wine production.   The bustling port of Cesme, only an hour and a half from Selendi Vineyards was even built for those civilizations to trade wines.

This breathtaking terrain is more than 850 Meters above sea level.  Under the guidance of Bernard Grandchamp, one of the worlds leading oenologists, this precise location was selected carefully by setting up meteorological stations to measure and evaluate the soil quality and climate conditions. Over years of research and examination, French and Turkish grape varietals that are optimal for the region were cloned to their specifications and imported by Selendi.

The Selendi Vineyards are continually and organically expanding.  Each new vine presents fresh challenges and opportunities to grow and fine-tune the process.