The white grape variety originates from Turkey. Synonyms are Guezel Oglan, Guezel Uezuem, Kazova, Narance, Narindje and Nerince. The name means "delicate" or "graceful" in Turkish.

According to DNA analyses carried out in 2013, it originates from a presumably natural cross between Kalecik Siyah x Bekari. However, this is based on only 20 DNA markers (see Molecular genetics.
The late-ripening vine is susceptible to botrytis. It produces fresh white wines with diverse flavours of oranges, grapefruits, apples and lemons, which also have ageing potential. It is also used as table grape.
![]()
The Wine lexicon helps me to keep up to date and refresh my knowledge. Thank you for this Lexicon that will never end in terms of topicality! That's what makes it so exciting to come back often.
Thorsten Rahn
Restaurantleiter, Sommelier, Weindozent und Autor; Dresden