Wine Cricova, Primeur Merlot, 2020
Light, fresh sour cherries and dark berries nose, well balanced palate, excellent food companion.
Characteristics
Wine Style:
Light to medium bodied red, exudes fresh berries and cherries in the nose and on the palate. A treat with a casual meal.
Tasting Notes:
Vibrant ruby color. On the nose freshness is the key word: sour cherry stones, bitter cherries and raspberries. Soft tanins. On the palate balanced, well rounded and pure.
Gastronomy:
Poultry: rosted, stewed or braised. Meditteranian appetizers plates.
Vineyards:
South of Moldova, estate vineyards.
Winemaking process:
Carbonic maceration
Interesting notes:
Carbonic maceration - fermentation starts inside uncrashed berries. This approach yelds lighter, fresher, delicate and juicy reds with soft tannins.