The Forge-A Miami Beach Landmark

When our friend heard of our project to open the first "brick & mortar"AND online wine & spirits shop in Istanbul, he said, "You've got to come and see The Forge". We had been once before, prior to renovations and we had a wonderful experience.  But the "new and improved" Forge has to be seen to be believed.
First off, and simply a MUST for us to see were the 10 Enomatic machines (each one holds 8 different wines, categorized by types, such as "RED EARTHY: MEDIUM-FULL BODIED, MODERATELY OAKED; LOW-MEDIUM TANNIN" and "WHITE AROMATIC: LIGHT-MEDIUM BODIED UNOAKED TO LIGHTLY OAKED; DRY", etc.  This system is perfect for the likes of myself, someone who is in the process of learning to actually taste the varied wines that are out there, rather than just drinking a wine without thought of what flavors are within.  Each station has an ipod with full descriptions of the wines, from the grapes to the regions, so you can go at your own pace and learn about the wines you are interested in.  One Enomatic card acts as a debit card and you can try a taste (1oz.) a few sips (3oz.) or a full glass (5oz.).
KAVist is taking this concept across the Atlantic and into Istanbul where our customers will be able to enjoy the same Enomatic experience.  What better way to sample a variety of wines at your leisure and make sure you take home that perfect bottle of wine?

KAVistanbul: Good Wine-Good Food-Good Friends

No matter who you are, where you are from or what you do for a living, we all enjoy being with people who make us feel good and who inspire us.  The same can be said for good food & wine.  To combine the two (or three, actually) is something that we look forward to the most.  For some, we end the day with a glass of wine and a hearty meal.  For others, it may be a treat of a cold brew or a lime-sweetened cocktail after a day in the sun.  Whatever the case may be, the day just tastes better when delicious beverage and dear friends and family are on hand to share.

KAVist is a place to explore the world of Fine Wines & Spirits in Istanbul.  It is a place where you can try a variety of wines from Turkey and throughout the world, from our Enomatic machines, to make sure you choose the right wine before you make your purchase.  Our knowledgeable and friendly (and bilingual) staff can help you to navigate through our large selection of wines and spirits as well as our offering of gift baskets, which pair the right foods with the right drink.