Moldovan Merlot wine comes from Chateau Purcari

Chateau Purcari Merlot de Purcari 2022

This red Moldovan Merlot comes from Chateau Purcari, the country’s oldest and most respected winery, whose origins date back to a decree by Tsar Nicholas I in 1827. The estate flourished in the 19th century, collecting numerous awards at European wine competitions, a tradition it continues today with medals at the Decanter World Wine Awards in 2019 and 2020. French settlers planted Bordeaux varieties like Merlot here, recognizing the region’s similarity to their homeland. Grapes are handpicked and crafted using traditional Moldovan methods, then aged for six months in French oak barrels. On the nose, expect rich dark fruit aromas such as cassis, blackberry, and ripe black cherry, complemented by subtle notes of dark chocolate and tobacco leaf. The palate reveals smooth, rounded tannins and lingering fruit flavors, making it a perfect companion to smoked duck breast, veal, charcuterie, or pork steak.

Chateau Purcari Negru de Purcari 2021

Decant for one hour before serving. Chateau Purcari’s noble history began in 1827 with a decree from Emperor Nicholas I, recognizing it as the first official winery in what was then Bessarabia (now Moldova). Located just 30km from the Black Sea, the estate benefits from ideal conditions for producing premium wines. Its Negru de Purcari earned a gold medal at the 1847 Bessarabian agricultural exhibition and later at the Paris World Exhibition, standing alongside France’s finest Bordeaux wines. Today, this iconic red continues to garner acclaim, including a gold medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards. Crafted mainly from Cabernet Sauvignon, with local Saperavi and Rara Neagra grapes adding complexity, the grapes are handpicked at peak ripeness. Traditional winemaking methods and six months’ aging in French oak barrels soften the tannins and integrate the blend. The result is a rich, robust red with intense dark fruit, spice, and toasted oak aromas, firm tannins, and a long finish.

Chateau Purcari Negru de Purcari 2022

Decant for one hour before serving. The prestigious Chateau Purcari winery, established by decree in 1827, is recognized as the first official winery in Bessarabia (modern-day Moldova). Situated near the Black Sea, the estate benefits from an ideal terroir, which helped its Negru de Purcari wine win gold medals at the 1847 Bessarabian exhibition and the Paris World Exhibition. Today, it continues to earn top honors, including a gold medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards. This wine is primarily Cabernet Sauvignon, blended with Saperavi and Rara Neagra grapes harvested by hand at optimum ripeness. Traditional techniques and six months of French oak barrel aging create a complex, full-bodied wine bursting with dark fruit, spice, and toasted oak, supported by firm tannins and a lengthy finish.

Chateau Purcari Negru de Purcari Limited Edition 2020

Decant for one hour before serving. Chateau Purcari’s history goes back to 1827, when Emperor Nicholas I declared it the first official winery in Bessarabia (now Moldova). In the 19th century, French settlers noticed the local terroir’s similarity to Bordeaux, as both regions share the same latitude and rubidium-rich soils that give Bordeaux wines their distinctive purple color. Collaborating with local monasteries who owned vineyards, settlers introduced Bordeaux grape varieties that flourished here. The winery quickly earned numerous accolades, including a gold medal for Negru de Purcari at the 1878 Paris World Exhibition. Recently, this wine won a gold medal at the 2020 Decanter World Wine Awards. Made in limited quantities from estate-grown grapes carefully handpicked for quality, the wine is produced using traditional methods and aged 18 months in French oak barrels. It showcases aromas of crushed dark berries, plums, and cherries with sweet spice from the oak, resulting in a robust, full-bodied wine perfect for hearty red meats.

Chateau Purcari Nocturne Rara Neagra de Purcari 2022

Decant for at least one hour before serving. This stunning ruby-red wine is crafted solely from the rare Moldovan Rara Neagra grape. Its bouquet reveals rich aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant, and plum, complemented by hints of tobacco, coffee, and oak. Part of Chateau Purcari’s latest high-quality Nocturne range, the grapes were harvested at night to preserve freshness and structure. Founded in 1827 and recognized as Moldova’s first official winery, Chateau Purcari is famed for its indigenous grapes and its terroir’s similarity to Bordeaux. This dry, delicate wine features finely grained tannins and flavors of black fruit, leather, oak, and black pepper. The nighttime harvest preserves acidity, lending excellent structure for aging. It pairs beautifully with roasted lamb, mushroom risotto, or assorted cheeses.