Draculea (Merlot, Shiraz, Feteasca Neagra)

TECHNICAL INFORMATION: Variety: 75% Merlot, 20% Syrah, 5% Feteascǎ Neagrǎ //// Appelation: DOC-CT Dealu Mare Romania //// Vintage: 2013 //// Yield: 8000 kg/ha //// Oak aging: 12 months //// Alcohol content (vol%): 13,5 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. 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. WINEMAKER: This wine is produced by a famous Romania winemaker Aurelia Visinescu, known for her wines witch reflects the character of the wine variety with strong influence of the terroir. Aurelia’s wines are special wines, with personality; they are made with care, dedication and artistry.