Above: Yedi Bilgeler, Selçuk, Turkey

It’s rare to find Turkish wines in the United States, which is unfortunate. The country has an exciting industry, with destination estates welcoming guests for tours, meals and sometimes overnight stays. Vintners produce fine bottlings from classic grapes, as well as unique indigenous varieties that deserve to be better known. I spent several days exploring the wineries of the Aegean region of Turkey, which have tasting rooms easily accessible by car. They were a lovely diversion from the beaches and the archaeological sites. Here are three of the best.

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Above: Yedi Bilgeler, Selçuk, Turkey

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