Commandaria
Writings have been found citing the geographical boundaries of the Commandaria, formerly known as Nama, dating back to 800 BC! It is certainly one of the world's first appellations, even before the concept was recognized. The AOC was only made official in 1993.
Then known as Nama, the Knights Templar discovered this nectar during their crusades and renamed it Commandaria in the early 12th century. Commandaria was celebrated in the most beautiful European courts, alongside the legendary Klein Constantia from South Africa in the 18th century. It was notably served at the wedding of Richard the Lionheart and Berengaria of Navarre.
In the 13th century, Commandaria ranked at the top of the first wine classification, La Bataille des vins, organized by Philippe-Auguste, King of France.
Located in the Troodos Mountains, Commandaria is made from the white Xynisteri and/or red Mavro grape varieties.
Commandaria is a sweet wine made by drying the grapes and then fortifying them with brandy to reach 15% alcohol.
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