Budureasca Premium Fume (Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Sauvignon Blanc) 2021
Medals
2015 Harvest: Gold – Decanter World Wide Awards 2016, Silver – Mondial de Bruxelles 2016, Bronze – IWSC London 2016
2014 Harvest: Silver – Berlin Wine Trophy 2015
2013 Harvest: Gold – Berlin Wine Trophy 2013, Silver – Mundus Vini 2013, Bronze – Int. Wine & Spirit Competition 2013
General information
- Grape: Chardonnay 33%, Sauvignon Blanc 34%, Pinot Gris 33%
- Dry – 3,5 g/l
- Harvest: 2021 Dealu Mare Vineyard
- Apellation – DOC – CMD
- Alcoholic concentration (% vol) – 13,5
- Total acidity (g/l in tartric acid) – 6,5
Vinification particularities A blend between Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris, this wine was given a lot of attention in order to achieve the perfect balance The name is derived from blending its flavors, similar to smoke from the barrel wood oak the wine was aged. Fume has become one of the most popular wines of Budureasca not only because of international competitions won, but its originality.
Tasting notes
Straw yellow color, complex nose with peaches and apricots flavors, with a touch of vanilla and smoked wood. The whole set is well balanced with good intensity in taste and long aftertaste. Food pairing Chicken, fish, seafood and pasta dishes. Serving temperature:12-14˚C
Budureasca The Vine in Flames Pinot Noir 2021
General Data • Grape: 100% Pinot Noir • Harvest: 2021 • Vineyard: Dealu Mare • Appellation: DOC – CIB • Alcoholic concentration (% vol): 13,5 % • Total acidity 4.8 g/l • Reducing sugars (g/l):2,5 g/l Dry
Vinification Pinot Noir is well suited to the soils and climate of the Dealu Mare region and it is usually one of the first grapes to be picked however in 2013 the grapes took longer to ripen. All the grapes were picked by hand and placed into 3 tones stainless steel trailers. The grapes were then de-stemmed but not crushed in order to achieve the fruity characteristics of this grape variety. We gave the grapes 3 days cold soak at 10°C after which the wine went through a regular fermentation from 8 to 10 days at a temperature between 25 to 28°C. Only 2% of the wine was matured in oak barrels for six months before it was blended together to make this wine. This was to give the wine a little more structure.
Tasting notes Ruby in colour with complex aromas of raspberry and cherry, with a hint of spice and black cherry. Medium to light bodied wine with lovely soft tannins, giving this wine it’s lovely long finish.
Food pairing Pork, lamb, duck and wild game. Serving temperature: 18-20°C
Castel Huniade Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon
Viticulture and Vinification
Merlot grapes are fermented on skins for 6-8 days. During fermentation special timer-controlled pumps recirculate the wine from the bottom of the tank, up and over the top of the fermenting mass. This is to control the extraction of the flavours and colour from the skins which are floating on the top of the fermenting wine. As fermentation starts, recirculation, known as pump- over or remontage is done infrequently , but from day 2 to near the end, the frequency is increased to several times per hour. All red fermenters at Cramele Recas have a dedicated pump attached to the tank to allow this process to be controlled and the timing of the remontage adjusted to suit the wine and the stage of fermentation.Tasting notes
Purple red, with intense lavender reflections , good limpidity. Fresh aromas of red fruits (dwarf cherry, sour cherry, currant) and slightly vegetable aromas. Medium acidity and body , well integrated alcohol, a delicate and balanced wine. The taste gives aromas of raspberries , dwarf cherries and sour cherries, with a slightly bitter and nice aftertaste.We recommend this wine with:
Matured cheeses, meat salads, traditional Romanian snacks, grilled meat, pastrami, chocolate cake, “Foret Noir” cake.Serving temperature: 16°C - 18°C
Castellum Dracula Merlot (red wine) 2018
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Variety: 100% Merlot
- Appelation: DOC-CMD Dealu Mare
- Vintage: 2018
- Yield: 6000 kg/ha
- Oak aging: no
- Alcohol content (vol%): 14,5
ORIGIN:
The wine is prepared entirely from grapes of Merlot 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:
Manual harvesting, de-stemming and very gentile crushing, the must is pumped into temperature controlled stainless steel tanks where it is seeded with yeasts to complete the alcoholic fermentation, followed by controlled malolactic fermentation. maturing period in stainless steel tank for 12 month.
TASTING:
Purple red. Aromas of raspberries, cherries, topped with notes of barrel, coconut and cigar smoke. Balanced taste, complex and explosive, with a long and fragrant aftertaste. It is recommended to accompany pork grilled or lamb. Best served at 13-15˚C.
Castellum Dracula Pinot Noir (red wine) 2021
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
- Appelation: DOC-CT Dealu Mare
- Vintage: 2021
- Yield: 6300 kg/ha
- Oak aging: no
- Alcohol content (vol%): 13,0
ORIGIN:
The wine is prepared entirely from grapes of Pinot Noir 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:
Grapes were harvested on the last week of August at full maturity. The grapes were destemmed without crushing followed by 48 hours cold soaking. Temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation at about 22°C occurred in stainless steel closed tanks with gentle cap management by punching down the skin. Wild malolactic fermentation.
TASTING:
Bright red with an intense note of red berries and dark chocolate. Soft and delicate, medium body with some tannins and vanilla on the palate. It is recommended to be served at 16-18°C, along with poultry, Bolognese pasta, Moroccan and Lebanese food, Brie or Camembert.
Castellum Dracula Rose (rose wine) 2021
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
- Appelation: DOC-CMD Târnave Târnăveni
- Vintage: 2021
- Yield: 6000 kg/ha
- Oak aging: no
- Alcohol content (vol%): 13,0
ORIGIN:
The wine is prepared entirely from grapes of Pinot Noir variety coming from the Transylvania plateau, in Romania, the seventh largest country producer of grapes in the world
WINE MAKING PROCESS:
The grapes were harvested at full maturity. The grapes are destemmed and slightly crushed, followed by 6 – 8 hours of skin contact in the closed press at 8˚C. Alcoholic fermentation was carried out in the presence of selected yeasts at a temperature of 12-14 ° C for 14-21 days.
TASTING:
Pale pink, with a bouquet of red berries and exotic notes of mango. Pleasant aromas of ripe strawberries, sweet cherries with a fresh aftertaste. It is recommended to be served at 10-12˚C. One may serve it with salads, seafood, grilled fish and chicken.
Castellum Dracula Sauvignon Blanc & Feteasca Alba White Wine 2021
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Variety: 70% Sauvignon Blanc & 20% Feteasc Alba & 10% Riesling italian
- Appelation: DOC-CMD Dealu Mare Ceptura
- Vintage: 2021
- Yield: 6000 kg/ha
- Oak aging: no
- Alcohol content (vol%): 13,5
ORIGIN:
Made from Sauvignon Blanc, Fetească Regală and Italian Riesling grapes. Feteasca Regală (or Royal Maiden in English) is the Royal grape exclusive of Romania. It is a cross between two grape varieties - Fetească Albă (White Maiden) and Grasă de Cotnari that originates from Transylvania. The Royal has the aromatic quality of White Maiden but is a weightier grape with more body. The Royal also has a citrusy edge to its character with lots of orange and lemony fruit. The Royal Maiden works well with oak and can produce bigger wines with a slightly spicy finish.
WINE MAKING PROCESS:
The varieties are vinified separately through a careful processing technology from grapes to bottled wine. Direct pressing with pneumatic technology at max. 1 bar followed by deburring - cold storage for 48 hours. The vinification is oriented towards the “zero-zero” principle of use of adjuvants, being a precision vinification that allows use of very low doses of SO2. It is also respected the principle of a “simplified” vinification, in which the interventions on must and wine are kept to a minimum. Alcoholic fermentation in 100 hl stainless steel thermostated at 10-12°C, with yeasts selected for each variety separately. Matured on fine yeasts for 24 weeks in stainless steel pots.
TASTING:
Greenish yellow, intense and persistent bouquet, floral with slight mineral hints. It is fresh, fruity, well balanced, ample and persistent aftertaste. One may serve it as an aperitif or with fish, seafood, chicken. Best served at 12-13˚C.
Chateau Purcari - Malbec de Purcari 2021 Limited Edition
Chateau Purcari Freedom Blend Tribute Edition to Ukraine (limited edition) 2021
AWARDS:
- Gold - International Wine Contest, Bucharest
- Silver - International Wine & Spirit Competition
- Bronze - Decanter World Wine Awards
TASTING NOTES:
Freedom Blend is the expression of the free spirit, a courageous blend, full of character, from three indigenous grape varieties. It has the heart of Georgia, the terroir of Moldova, and the free spirit of Ukraine.
The intense ruby color and almond accents produce a complex bouquet dominated by cherries, blackberries, and currants, complemented by dried plums, red pepper, and savory notes of moist wood and leather. The full and fruity taste captures the elegance and refinement, and gives a velvet aftertaste.
VINIFICATION
Grape varieties: 60% Bastardo, 35% Saperavi, 5% Rară Neagră
The wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrique.
FOOD PAIRING
Red meat, fermented cheese appetizers, desserts with dark chocolate.
Domeniile Cuza Rose
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Type: Dry
- Alcohol: 13,1%
- Color: Rose
- Oak aging: No
ORIGIN:
The grapes are carefully hand-harvested from selected plots during the cool moments of the day to preserve the characteristic aromas of the variety. At Cuza Estates, grape varieties are chosen with utmost devotion, respecting selection criteria, to convey our entire history and passion for winemaking. TASTING:Domeniile Cuza Viorica
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Type: Dry
- Alcohol: 12,9%
- Color: White
- Oak aging: No
ORIGIN:
The grapes are carefully hand-harvested from selected plots during the cool moments of the day to preserve the characteristic aromas of the variety. At Cuza Estates, grape varieties are chosen with utmost devotion, respecting selection criteria, to convey our entire history and passion for winemaking. TASTING: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.