Prahova Valley Dry Sparkling Wine

 

Composition:

Chardonnay

Feteasca Regala

Riesling

 

Vineyard: Sebes-Alba

The vineyards at Sebes in Transylvania are situated in one of Romania’s oldest and most renowned regions for its dry white wines. The three grape varieties used in this wine are the result of a superb vintage at Sebes.

 

Climate / Quality of the soil:

The cooler climate of this region, its altitude (100-600 meters above the sea level), the vicinity of Mures and Secas rivers, the early morning mists and the forest soils (brown and alluvial brown), all ensure a slow ripening of the grapes, thus preserving their delicate aromas and providing the wines with lively acidity.

 

Winemaking process: (Traditional Method)

Hand harvesting; grapes carefully selected

Addition of yeast

First alcoholic fermentation, in stainless steel tank at controlled temperature; gently pressing

Secondary fermentation for  9 -12 months (horizontally bottles)

Clarification, bottles placed at 45 degrees for 8 weeks

Disgorging all the yeast sediment formed

Corking and final packing

 

Wine composition:

Alcohol: 12.5%

Total acidity: 6.30 g/L

Residual sugar: 17.00 g/L

 

Winemaker comments:

Three grape varieties contribute to the complexity of blending: Chardonnay for finesse and elegance, Feteasca Regala for refreshing acidity and Riesling for fruitiness. A complex wine, with an elegant texture, silky and creamy. Aromas includes notes of pear, apple and citrus.

 

Food matches:

Can be enjoyed as a perfect companion for grilled fish sprinkled with spices and seafood. It performs impeccably also as an appetizer.

 

Drinking temperature:

Best served between 6-8°C