Tree Of Life Red Plum Wine

Tree of Life Red Plum Wine is a fruit wine produced in Armenia, presented in a 750ml bottle at approximately 12% ABV. Part of the Tree of Life fruit wine range from the Vayots Dzor region, this expression highlights the character of red plums through traditional Armenian winemaking techniques.

Quick Facts: ABV: ~12%  |  Origin: Vayots Dzor, Armenia  |  Style: Fruit Wine (Red Plum)  |  Producer: Tree of Life Winery

Production & Heritage

Tree of Life Winery is a family-owned operation located in Armenia's Vayots Dzor region, founded in 1998 by David Bitan, a fourth-generation winemaker. Armenia has deep roots in fruit winemaking, and the Vayots Dzor valley—one of the world's oldest known winemaking regions—provides a climate well suited to stone fruit cultivation. Tree of Life is best known for its pomegranate wines but also produces other fruit-based expressions, using traditional methods designed to preserve the natural fruit character in the finished wine.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Expect ripe red plum on the nose, followed by subtle floral hints and a gentle earthiness. The aromatic profile is fruit-forward without being cloying.

Taste: The entry delivers juicy stone fruit sweetness balanced by mild tartness reminiscent of fresh plum skin. The mid-palate develops with soft berry undertones, while the fruit intensity holds steady through the peak.

Finish: Medium in length with a clean, lightly tannic fade that echoes ripe plum. A trace of natural fruit acidity keeps the close refreshing.

How to Drink Tree of Life Red Plum Wine

Serve lightly chilled, around 55–60°F, to bring out the plum's natural brightness without muting its aromatics. It also works well over ice on warm days.

• Plum Wine Spritz: Combine with sparkling water and a lemon twist for a low-ABV refresher that lets the stone fruit shine.
• Sangria: Use as the base for a stone-fruit sangria alongside sliced peaches and a splash of brandy—the plum backbone adds depth.
• Plum Kir: Pour a small measure into a flute and top with dry sparkling wine for an aperitif with natural sweetness and color.

Best For

• Introducing fruit wine newcomers to the category with an approachable, flavorful expression
• Warm-weather entertaining where lighter, chilled wines are preferred
• Gifting someone who enjoys exploring wines beyond the traditional grape varieties
• Pairing with dessert courses or cheese boards at dinner gatherings

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Tree of Life Red Plum Wine taste like? It presents ripe, juicy red plum flavors balanced by mild tartness and soft tannins, finishing clean and refreshing with lingering stone fruit notes.

How does Tree of Life Red Plum Wine compare to Tree of Life Pomegranate Wine? The pomegranate expression leans toward bright acidity and a slightly more astringent profile, while the red plum version tends toward softer, rounder stone fruit sweetness with a gentler tannic structure.

Is Tree of Life Red Plum Wine good for beginners? Yes—its fruit-forward, approachable flavor profile makes it an accessible starting point for those new to fruit wines or exploring alternatives to traditional grape wines.

Where is Tree of Life Red Plum Wine made? It is produced by Tree of Life Winery in the Vayots Dzor region of Armenia, one of the oldest documented winemaking areas in the world, founded in 1998 by winemaker David Bitan.

What foods pair well with Tree of Life Red Plum Wine? Aged cheeses such as Gouda or manchego complement its fruit sweetness; roasted duck benefits from the plum acidity as a counterpoint to rich fat; dark chocolate desserts echo the wine's deeper stone fruit tones; spiced Middle Eastern dishes like lamb kofta match well with its aromatic profile; and fresh fruit tarts create a harmonious all-fruit pairing.

What sizes does Tree of Life Red Plum Wine come in? The standard available size is a 750ml bottle.

Is Tree of Life Red Plum Wine worth the price? Tree of Life positions as an entry-level to mid-range fruit wine, offering genuine Armenian winemaking heritage and distinctive plum character at an accessible price tier within the fruit wine category.

Why Tree of Life Red Plum Wine?

Armenia's winemaking tradition stretches back thousands of years, and Tree of Life channels that heritage into a modern, accessible fruit wine. The Vayots Dzor terroir provides favorable growing conditions for stone fruit, giving the winery quality raw material to work with. As a fourth-generation family operation, Tree of Life brings genuine craft lineage to a category often crowded with mass-produced alternatives. For drinkers seeking something outside the conventional grape wine spectrum, this red plum expression delivers a distinct, region-specific character that stands apart from generic fruit wines.