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ARMENIA’S ANCIENT TRADITION

CLIVE PURSEHOUSE

is the project of brothers Alek and Arbi Harounian. The duo make wines in theis bright and blue-fruited, with ample savoury spice and brilliant acidity, which makes it well suited for youthful drinking. From the best blocks of vines, the is kept in French oak barriques, taming some of the grape’s exuberance with smoky notes of clove and spice that complement the ripe flavours of red plum, blueberries and fresh spearmint.

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