Elazığ Vineyard Heartland

Visit the birthplace of Öküzgözü (Ox-Eye), one of Turkey's most prized red grapes. Family vineyards surrounding Lake Hazar produce intensely fruity wines from vines planted at 1,100m elevation.

Insider tips

• This is the real deal - rustic, authentic, no frills

• Bring a translator app - English is rare here

• Try table grapes too - some of the best in Turkey