Legendary Dracula Draculea Merlot & Shiraz & Feteasca Neagra 2017
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Variety: 75% Merlot, 20% Syrah, 5% Feteascǎ Neagrǎ
- Appelation: DOC-CT Dealu Mare
- Vintage: 2013
- Yield: 8000 kg/ha
- Oak aging: 12 months
- Alcohol content (vol%): 13,5
- APPELATION: D.O.C. - C.T. Dealu Mare
ORIGIN:
The wine is prepared entirely from grapes of Merlot, Syrah and Feteasca Neagra, varieties coming from the company’s own vineyards located in Sahateni (Dealu Mare, region) - Romania, the seventh largest country producer of grapes in the world.
WINE MAKING PROCESS:
Following hand harvesting at full ripeness, during the second week of September (average sugar 25,7 °Brix) , the grapes were destined and slightly crushed. Fermentation where conducted in stainless steel closed tank with gentle cap irrigator, at 26-29˚C for 14 days.
TASTING:
Ripe red & dark fruits taste, completed by some sweet vanilla and spicy hints; mild tannins are well integrated into the firm but elegant structure; silky on the palate, followed by long lasting finish. It is recommended to be served at 16-18°C, alongside with spicy foods, roast duck and turkey, spicy Italian sausages, smoked ham and chorizo, meatloaves.
Napareuli (Saperavi) AOC 2017
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Country : Georgia
- Category: Appellation of Controlled Origin
- Aged: 9-12 months in French oak barrels
- Region: Kakheti, Napareuli micro - zone
- Variety: Saperavi
- Type: Dry red wine
DETAILS:
Napareuli is a historical wine village located in the upper part of Alazani river valley in Kakheti. The dry red wine named after this village, Napareuli is made from selected Saperavi grape variety cultivated in this micro zone, which is one of the most famous appellations of Saperavi.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. The wine is further aged in stainless steel reservoirs. The subsequent ageing takes place in the bottles.ORGANOLEPTICS:
- Color: Dark Ruby
- Aroma: Ripe berry with hint of vanilla and oak
- Flavor: Smooth wine with fruit flavors, velvety texture and rich finish
- Taste Wine at 16-18°C
Principe Dracula - Tamaioasa Romaneasca 2017 (medium sweet)
- Variety: 100% Tămâioasă Românească
- Appelation: DOC-CT Dealu Mare
- Vintage: 2015
- Yield: 4800 kg/ha
- Oak aging: no
- Alcohol content (vol%): 13
Tibaani AOC Amber / Orange Wine 2017
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Country : Georgia
- Category: Appellation of Controlled Origin
- Region: Kakheti, Tibaani micro - zone
- Variety: Rkatsiteli
- Type: Dry orange / amber wine
DETAILS:
The vineyards of Tibaani, Sighnaghi region, Kakheti, are considered to be perfect for the traditional Kakhetian qvevri amber wines. The black and clay soils of this area ensure the growth of a very special Rkatsiteli, from which we make the wine full of body and strength.WINE MAKING PROCESS:
We pick the selected grapes at 22-24% of sugariness and 7.5-8 titratable acidity, 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, wine is left on skin before February-March.ORGANOLEPTICS:
- Color: Golden
- Aroma: Sugared hazelnut, dried apple, herbal notes.
- Flavor: Best blend of strength and elegance, a classic specimen of tannin-rich Kakhetian wine
- Taste Wine at 12-14°C