Dugladze Tsolikouri
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Type: Dry white
- Alcohol: 12%
- Color: Pale straw
- Aroma: Fruit flowers, citrus, melon
- Taste: Formed wine with pleasant acidity, lively and vibrant finish
MAKING PROCESS:Â
We pick the selected grapes at 18-21% of sugariness and 7,5-8 titratable acidity. After removing the stem and de-pressing. the juice is moved to the cleansing reservoir and kept 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 ÂDugladze Tvishi AOC
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Type: Naturally semi-sweet red
- Alcohol: 11%
- Color: Straw
- Aroma: Fruit aromas, complemented with sweetish floral notes
- Taste: Sweet and highly acid, very impressive sharp-tasting notes
DETAILS:Â
Despite being a recent (1952) Appellation wine compared to others Tvishi wine is becoming popular both in Georgia and abroad Thanks to the special soil and climate of Tvishi zone, the wine made from grapes grown in this area amazes all wine loversWINE MAKING PROCESS:Â
We pick the selected grapes at 22-24% of sugariness and 75-8 titratable acidity. After removing the stem and de-pressing, the juice is moved to the cleansing reservoir and kept 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. As soon as the sugar lavel 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. ÂFolklore Calusarii Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot (Sweet Red Wine)
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Type: Sweet
- Alcohol: 14%
- Color: Red
- Oak aging: No
ORIGIN:
The wine is prepared entirely from grapes of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot variety coming from the vineyards located in Aliman, Dobrogea region, South-East of Romania
TASTING:Folklore Malanca Babeasca Neagra
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Type: Dry
- Alcohol: 13,50%
- Region: DOC-CMD Nicoreșt
- Color: Red
- Oak aging: Yes
ORIGIN:
Babeasca Neagra is predominantly cultivated in the vineyards of Moldova. With a red-ruby color, Băbeasca Neagră wines are light red wines, with moderate alcohol content and high acidity for a red wine, giving them a lively and fresh character. They present aromas of red fruits (bitter cherries, dried plums) as well as floral tones (violets, peonies, iris). The wine is easy-going, with a subtle, refreshing undertone in the aftertaste. TASTING:Folklore Mosii de Iarna Sarba
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Type: Dry
- Alcohol: 12%
- Region: DOC-CMD CoteÅŸti
- Color: White
- Oak aging: No
ORIGIN:
Șarba is a Romanian grape variety obtained through the crossbreeding of two grape varieties: Tămâioasă Românească and Italian Riesling. Both aromatically and on the palate, it reveals intense notes of rose, basil, linden flowers, and honey, all delicately and persistently present in both taste and aftertaste. It is a semi-aromatic variety, resulting in a wine that is light, slightly acidic, fresh, and recommended to be enjoyed when young. TASTING:Folklore Ursul Cadarca
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Type: Dry
- Alcohol: 13,5%
- Region:DOC MiniÈ™ Maderat
- Color: Red
- Oak aging: No
ORIGIN:
Cadarca is a traditional grape variety originating from the vineyards of Miniș-Măderat. The wine is produced with the addition of raisins and exhibits a color ranging from bright red to deep red. It possesses a distinctive aroma of fresh fruit, being robust, full, velvety, and at times, slightly acidic. It develops a complex bouquet after 2-3 years. Under raisining conditions, oxidative wines with clove aromas and a slightly astringent taste can be obtained. Typically, wines are produced with a lighter color, featuring a pleasant aroma of fresh fruit. TASTING:Folklore Ursul Negru de Dragasani
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Type: Dry
- Alcohol: 12%
- Color: Red
- Oak aging: No
ORIGIN:
The Negru de Dragasani grape variety was obtained at the Dragasani viticulture research station through individual selection. It is a hybrid, officially recognized in 1993, between the Negru Vartos and Saperavi varieties (a native grapevine from Georgia, commonly used in blends to produce high-quality red wines). The grape has a black-blueish color, with red-colored, juicy, non-aromatic pulp and a straightforward taste. Wines produced from this variety are dry, more robust, strikingly red, with flavors and aromas of black cherries, sour cherries, blueberries, blackberries, and spices. They are suitable for aging in oak barrels and subsequently in bottles. TASTING: With its mesmerizing ruby red color, this wine reveals dominant aromas of red fruits in its bouquet. The taste is a delightful harmony, featuring well-balanced notes of ripe tannins, along with delicate hints of vanilla, chocolate, and pepper. Best enjoyed at 14-16°C, it promises a sophisticated and captivating wine experience, embodying a symphony of flavors for the discerning palate.Grande Cuvée de Purcari Extra Brut Sparkling Wine (in present box)
AWARDS:
- Silver - Mundus Vini Germany
- VIVINO: 4.4 – Top 2% of sparkling wines in the World
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- 60% Chardonnay | 30 % Pinot Blanc | 10% Pinot Noir
- Alcohol: 12,5%
- Sugar : 3,0 g/dm3
TASTING NOTES:
Château Purcari brings through a creative fantasy, the Cuvée de Purcari sparkling wine, produced by using the classic method of fermentation. This Cuvee was created from the best harvest of 2016. The varieties in this blend are Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, which give it extra elegance and finesse, and Pinot Blanc witch adds to it minerality. The word that characterizes this Cuvee is ELEGANCE.ÂVINIFICATION
Long maturing in the bottle for 18 months gives it a sparkling, persistent and fine pearling. Over the years, Cuvee de Purcari will continue to get older and will become more valuable and precious.
Grande Cuvee de Purcari may be instantly enjoyed, or could be stored in the wine cellar to be admired over the years.Made from grapes harvested and selected by hand, produced using traditional methods.
FOOD PAIRING
The fruity and tart wine makes a fantastic combination with fresh vegetables, raw fish and light entreé, sushi and seafood.
La Putere - Feteascã Neagrã
Year: 2023 Variety: Feteasca Neagra Alcohol content: 13.37% Appellation: DOC-CMD Recas Classification: Dry
Viticulture and Vinification
Feteascã Neagrã grapes for this wine come from special green harvested- yield-reduced vines. Early in the season, workers go through the vineyards and individually cut a percentage of the grapes from the vine and throw them on the vineyard floor. This process is more painful for the viticulturist than the grape vine, which benefits by being able to put more of its resources into the remaining grapes, to give riper and develop more flavour. In the winery the grapes are treated to the same fermentation on-skins process, with controlled temperatures around 28°C and regulated pump overs while on skins to ensure good mixing/fruit extraction.Tasting notes
Violet red (typical for this variety), good limpidity. Strong aromas of fruits (sour cherries, currants, plums), flowers and slightly vegetal aromas. It initially resembles wet tree roots after rain and the young plants in the forest, followed by notes of fruits and flowers, with vague tints of vanilla. Attack above average, very good acidity, a lively taste, with active, persistent tannins and integrated alcohol. Good body and taste dynamics, slightly vegetal ending interesting aftertaste for a young wine.We recommend this wine with:
Traditional Romanian dishes, aubergine salad, small and medium game cooked in the oven, pasta with prosciutto, pizza, pork, beef and duck dishes, desserts with cherries, blackberries, currants.Serving temperature: 16°C - 18°C
Legend of Dracula Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Appelation: Dealurile Munteniei GI
- Vintage: 2015
- Oak aging: yes
- Alcohol content (vol%): 13,0
ORIGIN:Â The wine is prepared entirely from grapes of Cabernet Sauvignon variety 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:Â
The grapes are sorted and de-stemmed and sent to the fermenter. The fermentation lasted several days. Vinification calls for the repeated punching down of the cap to maximize the extraction of the polyphonic compounds and colour components which will give the finished wine its distinctive style. When fermentation is over, the new wine is left in contact with the skins for a few more days to allow the alcohol to extract their finer tannins. The new wine is carefully drawn off into stainless steel vats for malolactic fermentation.
TASTING: Ruby red, with dominant aromas of red fruits. Taste of ripe black fruit, with delicate notes of vanilla, chocolate, pepper and cinnamon even in post taste. The fine structure and mild tannins make the wine easy to drink. It is recommended to be served at 15-18°C. It will be well suited with barbecue, pasta or cheese.
Legend of Dracula Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Feteasca Neagra (sweet red wine) 2019
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot & Feteasca Neagra
- Appelation: IG Terasele Dunarii Romania
- Vintage: 2016
- Oak aging: no
- Alcohol content (vol%): 14,0
ORIGIN:Â
The wine is prepared entirely from grapes of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot variety coming from the vineyards located in Aliman, Dobrogea region, South-East of Romania
WINE MAKING PROCESS:Â
The grapes for this wine are hand-picked and carefully selected, removing any impurities. The cold maceration of the grapes takes between 5 and 8 days at controlled temperature of 16°C. Alcoholic fermentation (100% by the addition of selected yeasts) is controlled at 26-28°C, during 8-10 days, followed by maceration from 5 to 8 days in thermos-regulated tanks.
TASTING:
Ruby red, with dominant aromas of red fruits. Taste of ripe black fruit, with delicate notes of vanilla, chocolate, pepper and cinnamon even in post taste. The fine structure and mild tannins make the wine easy to drink. It is recommended to be served at 15-18°C. It will be well suited with barbecue, pasta or cheese.
Please consider the alternative Folklore Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot & Feteasca Neagra available HERE
Legend of Dracula Chardonnay 2018
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Variety: 100% Chardonnay
- Appelation: Dealurile Munteniei GI
- Vintage: 2015
- Yield: 5400 kg/ha
- Oak aging: no
- Alcohol content (vol%): 13,0
ORIGIN: The wine is prepared entirely from grapes of Chardonnay variety 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: Carefully harvested, the 5 French clones of Chardonnay grapes were pressed and cold settled, with 2-3 h skin contact to extract tropical flavours and aromas. Both neutral and aromatic yeast strains were used, along with cool fermentation temperatures, which assisted in savoring the aromatics and preserving the freshness of the wine. Various parcels were left on yeast lees to undergone malolactic fermentation, while others were immediately racked. The wines were then blended and gently fined before being bottled.
TASTING: Bright pale yellow with a floral aroma and nuances of citrics. Fresh, with a good balance between the acidity and the round ness, smooth body and long aftertaste. It is recommended to be served at 6-8°C, along with fish and sea foods, Asian dishes, appetizers as well as chicken meal and white sauce plates.
