Dominion Dracula Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot & Fetească Neagră Red Wine 2020
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Variety: 45% Cabernet Sauvignon & 40% Merlot & 15% Fetească Neagră
- Appelation: DOC-CMD Dealu Mare Ceptura
- Vintage: 2020
- Yield: 5500 kg/ha
- Oak aging: Yes
- Alcohol content (vol%): 14.5
ORIGIN:
The wine is prepared entirely from grapes of Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot & Feteascã Neagrã, varieties coming from the vineyards located in Dealu Mare region - Romania, the seventh largest country producer of grapes in the world.
WINE MAKING PROCESS:
The varieties are vinified separately according to a classic fermentation technology pumpkin in stainless steel vessels of 150 Hl at 24-26 C, for 19 days at Merlot, 23 days at Cabernet and 16 days at Feteascã Neagrã. Malolactic fermentation completed immediately after the alcoholic one. Matured for 8 months on a fine deposit yeasts in the following percentages: 30% in stainless steel pots and 70% in barique de Romanian oak in the second cycle of use.
TASTING:
Intense ruby with purple hues, spicy with notes of green pepper, dried fruit. A well balanced and armonious wine, with a persistent finish. It is reccommended to be served at the temperature of 16-18°C, accompanied by red meat, venison and matured cheese.
Dominion Dracula Feteasca Neagra Red Wine 2020
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Variety: 100% Feteascǎ Neagrǎ
- Appelation: DOC-CMD Dealu Mare
- Vintage: 2020
- Yield: 7000 kg/ha
- Oak aging: 8 months
- Alcohol content (vol%): 14.5
ORIGIN:
Fetească Neagră (or Black Maiden in English) is an old native variety that originates from Moldova and Muntenia and again is capable of producing some great wines of deep color although the vine needs constant care. The later the grapes are picked the better the results and a constant trimming programme to arrest the vigour produce excellent results. Fetească Neagră is a bramble fruited red with hints of soft cherry. It can vary greatly depending on terroir and oak influence, some can be earthy while others can boast flavours of cappuccino and vanilla.
WINE MAKING PROCESS:
Grapes harvested manually from plantations established in 2003-2004, in third top of the slope, the slope of 25-40%, with southern exposure. 40% of the amount was vinified in concrete pots, then this amount being matured for eight months in French wooden barrels of 1-3 years, the other amount was matured in stainless steel tanks. Assembly was made after maturation.
TASTING:
Clear, intense red with violet hues, intense spices aromas (black pepper), vanilla and notes of guince and ripe red fruits. Dry, full-bodied and well-balanced, with soft tannins and aromas of red fruit (blackberries and blueberries), with a persistent finish. It is reccommended to be served at the temperature of 17-18°C. One may serve it with red meat dishes (lamb, beef, venison), spicy dishes and matured cheese.
Dominion Dracula Fume White Wine 2020
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Variety: Sauvignon Blanc, Feteasc Alb
- Appelation: DOC-CMD Cotesti
- Vintage: 2020
- Yield: 9500 kg/ha
- Oak aging: 50%
- Alcohol content (vol%): 13.0
ORIGIN:
The wine is prepared from grapes of Sauvignon Blanc and Feteascã Albã, varieties coming from Cotesti region, Vrancea - Romania, the seventh largest country producer of grapes in the world.
WINE MAKING PROCESS:
Our Vines are organically cultivated without the certification, without chemical fertilization. Grapes are harvested at maturity during night to avoid oxidation, destemmed and gently pressed. 50% of the juice is fermented in stainless steel tanks with selected yeasts at controlled temperature of 14-16°C and kept on lees for 4-6 months to retain freshness and fruitness. 50% of wine is fermented and matured Sur Lie in oak barrels with bâttonage for more complexity and oaky aromas. Wine is filtered and bottled in a sterile environment.
TASTING:
Yellow in color with complex aromas of exotic fruits completed by delicate notes of sweet spices. Intense taste, balanced with a crispy acidity and a persistent, creamy aftertaste. This Fume should be appreciated for his originality. It is reccommended to be served at the temperature of 10-12°C accompanied by duck confit, Caesar salad, goat cheese pasta and creamy risotto.
Dominion Dracula Merlot Red Wine 2020
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Variety: 100% Merlot
- Appelation: DOC-CT Dealu Mare
- Vintage: 2020
- Yield: 7000 kg/ha
- Oak aging: yes
- Alcohol content (vol%): 14,5
ORIGIN:
The wine is prepared entirely from grapes of Merlot variety coming from the vineyards located in Dealu Mare region - Romania, the seventh largest country producer of grapes in the world.
WINE MAKING PROCESS:
The grapes are hand picked at full ripeness, the fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks with re-circulation, at controlled temperature of 25° to 27° , for 15 days to preserve the fruity characteristics of the wine. 40% of this wine is placed in Romanian and American oak barrels for 3-4 months.
TASTING:
Dark ruby in color with aromas of black fruits and strong taste of coconut and vanilla. Strong flavors and elegant tannins, round and full bodied yet easy drinking wine. Smooth and persistent aftertaste. It is recommended to be served at the temperature of 18-20°C accompanied by dishes based on pork meat, lamb, beef and grilled mushrooms.
Dominion Dracula Shiraz Red Wine 2021
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Variety: 100% Shiraz
- Appelation: DOC-CT Dealu Mare
- Vintage: 2021
- Yield: 7000 kg/ha
- Oak aging: yes
- Alcohol content (vol%): 14,0
ORIGIN:
The wine is prepared entirely from grapes of Shiraz variety coming from the vineyards located in Dealu Mare region - Romania, the seventh largest country producer of grapes in the world
WINE MAKING PROCESS:
The grapes are hand picked at full ripeness. Before fermentation the grapes are given 3 days cold soak on the skins at 10°C giving this wine its fruity and spicy properties. Fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks with recirculation, at maximum temperature of 28°C, for 20 days. 30% of the wine is placed in American oak barrels for 5 months before blended back with the rest of the wine.
TASTING:
Beautiful dark purple in color with blackberry and black currant aromas and notes of spice. A mixture of fruit and black pepper on the palate, soft and well balanced wine with a long fruity aftertaste. It is recommended to be served at the temperature of 18-20°C accompanied by spicy dishes, stakes, sausages, grills and seasoned cheese.
Dracula Royal Blood Cuvee Red Wine 2013 limited edition
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Variety: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Syrah , 20% Feteascǎ Neagrǎ
- Appelation: DOC-CT Dealu Mare
- Vintage: 2013
- Yield: 6700 kg/ha Cabernet Sauvignon, 5300 kg/ha Syrah, 5800 kg/ha Feteascǎ Neagrǎ
- Oak aging: 18 months for Cabernet Sauvignon, 12 months for Syrah, 12 months for Feteascǎ Neagrǎ
- Alcohol content (vol%): 13,7
ORIGIN:
The wine is prepared entirely from grapes of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Feteascǎ Neagrǎ, varieties coming from the Dealu Mare which is the homeland of red wines in Romania, the seventh largest country producer of grapes in the world.
WINE MAKING PROCESS:
After hand-harvesting at an average of 25°Brix, the grapes were desteemed and crushed. The grapes have been fermented by variety in stainless steel vertical fermenters with gentle cap irrigators, for 14-21 days. To extract rich color and soft tannin from the grape skins the fermentation vats were pumped over 5 minutes every 3 hours, daily throughout the fermentation period. Following pressing and malolactic fermentation, the wine was moved to Romanian forest oak barrels, then racked, blended with a personal fingerprint and bottled; it might require decanting with time.
TASTING:
Deep red color, with abundant bouquet of fragrant forest fruits, dark chocolate and spices hints. Three lovely varieties reunited in a complex and well structured wine, with an intense and velvety taste of ripe fruit and marmalade, vanilla and spices on the finish.
It is recommended to be served at 16-18°C, along with spicy lamb dishes, beef or venison.
Dugladze Kakhuri Qvevri 2020
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Type: Dry white
- Alcohol: 12.5%
- Color: Amber
- Aroma: Varietal aroma
- Taste: Velvety taste with raisin notes
Dugladze Kindzmarauli AOC
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Type: Naturally semi-sweet red
- Alcohol: 11%
- Color: Comelian cherry
- Aroma: Pungent aromas characteristic to new wine (raspberry)
- Taste: Sweet flavors, with good presence of tannins and lingering finish
WINE MAKING PROCESS:
We pick the selected grapes at 24-26% of sugariness and 75-8 titratable acidity. After removing the stem and de-pressing the clear juice is removed from the sediment and moved into fermentation reservoirs. We add the pure culture yeast. The fermentation proceeds at a low temperature of 18-22°C. As soon as the sugar level goes down to 7-5% during the fermentation, we cool it down to 3 degrees to stop fermentation and store it at -2-3°C degrees after filtration.Dugladze Kisi 2021
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Grapes: Kisi
- Category: Regional
- Region: Kartli
- Alcohol: 12%
DETAILS:
Dry white wine Kisi is made from Kisi grape variety cultivated in Kakheti region. Wine is characterized with light hay color, varietal aroma and armonious, lasting taste. Best served with cheese and sea food at +14°C +16°C. Storage temperature: +5°C +18°C
Dugladze Kisi Qvevri 2018
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Awards: Silver Medal - Decanter 2018
- Country : Georgia
- Category: Qvevri Wine
- Region: Maghraani, Kakheti, Georgia
- Variety: Kisi
- Type: Dry amber / orange wine
DETAILS:
Kakhetian Qvevri wines produced from Kisi grapes have unforgettable aromas and flavours. The best micro-zones are the regions around Telavi, Kvareli and Akhmeta. Our Kisi is in Maghraani, the heart of its birthplace. Originating from this region, our Kisi made in qvevri undoubtedly represents the spirit of the variety.WINE MAKING PROCESS:
We pick the selected grapes at 22-25% of sugariness and 6-6,5 titratable acidity. We squeeze the grapes and move them into the qvevri, with stems. We add the pure culture yeast and knead 3 times every 24 hours as it is fermented. After the fermentation is complete, we leave the wine on skin until February-March.ORGANOLEPTICS:
- Color: Amber
- Aroma: Very effective primary notes of ripe fruit and dried fruit (apple, peach, dried apricot)
- Flavor: A soft wine with character, strong tannins.
- Taste Wine at 14-16°C
Dugladze Krakhuna 2017
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Country : Georgia
- Category: Regional
- Region: Imereti
- Variety: Krakhuna
- Type: Dry white wine
DETAILS:
Krakhuna is Imeretian grape variety, from which strong and full bodied wines are produced with ripe fruit and honey aromas. It is an ideal combination of strong character and pleasure. Our Krakhuna is perfect also for ageing, becoming much deeper and remarkable with years.WINE MAKING PROCESS:
We pick the selected grapes at 18-21% of sugariness and 7.5-8 titratable acidity. After removing the stem and de-pressing, we move the juice to the cleansing reservoir, keeping it there for 15-18 hours. Then, the clear juice is removed from the sediment and moved into fermentation reservoirs. We add the pure culture yeast. The fermentation proceeds at a low temperature of 12-15°C degrees.ORGANOLEPTICS:
- Color: Golden straw
- Aroma: Ripe yellow fruit and floral notes
- Flavor: Pungent, highly acid, crisp
- Taste Wine at 16-18°C
Dugladze Kvareli AOC
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Type: : Dry red
- Alcohol: 13.5%
- Color: Dark Red
- Aroma: Complex aromas of red and black fruits
- Taste: Fruit flavors, full of tannins and lingering finish
WINE MAKING PROCESS:
We pick the selected grapes at 20-22% of sugariness and 6-8 titratable acidity. After removing the stem and de-pressing. fermentation proceeds at a 23-28°C in stainless steel reservoirs. We add the pure culture yeast. Following the 12-15 day maceration, we move the wine into 300 L French oak barrels for 9-12 month ageing.