Chateau Purcari Freedom Blend

Chateau Purcari Freedom Blend 2023

Chateau Purcari Freedom Blend 2023 is an unusual red wine that combines the winemaking traditions of Moldova, Ukraine, and Georgia through its blend of three grape varieties from these regions. The main grape is Bastardo, complemented by the Georgian Saperavi and a touch of the local Moldovan Rara Neagra. The fruit is hand-harvested from vineyards near the Black Sea to ensure top quality. After traditional local vinification, the young wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels. This results in an intense and distinctive red wine, bursting with dark cherry, blackberry, and cassis aromas, along with hints of red pepper, leather, and earthy forest floor. Firm tannins and a full body make it excellent to enjoy now with hearty red meat dishes or to cellar for up to a decade.

Chateau Purcari Chardonnay de Purcari 2024

Chateau Purcari Chardonnay de Purcari 2024 is best served well chilled. This outstanding Chardonnay from southeastern Moldova recently earned a platinum medal and a 97-point score at the Decanter World Wine Awards, reaffirming Chateau Purcari’s reputation for excellence. Established in 1827 by Tsar Nicholas I’s decree, it is Moldova’s oldest winery. The estate’s fruit, grown near the Black Sea, is carefully handpicked and vinified using traditional methods. The wine is aged for six months in French oak barrels, which adds a creamy texture and rich notes of butter and vanilla to the ripe orchard fruits and zesty lemon flavors. Its complex profile pairs beautifully with grilled fish, chicken dishes, and a variety of cheeses.

Chateau Purcari Icewine 2022

Chateau Purcari Icewine 2022 is a luscious sweet wine crafted by Moldova’s oldest winery, founded in 1827. The winery harvests Muscat-Ottonel and Traminer grapes in freezing winter conditions, which concentrates the sugars by freezing water in the berries. The resulting must is intensely sweet and vinified into a rich wine with abundant residual sugar. Aromas of apricot, peach, and honey fill the glass, while the palate reveals a sweetness balanced by ripe tropical fruit and refreshing acidity. This dessert wine pairs wonderfully with fruit tarts, cheesecakes, or a generous cheese board.

Chateau Purcari Limited Edition Pinot Noir 2020

Chateau Purcari Limited Edition Pinot Noir 2020 showcases the winery’s rich heritage, dating back to the 1700s when French settlers noted the soil’s similarity to Bordeaux. This 100% Pinot Noir is aged in French oak barrels, displaying aromas of strawberry, raspberry, and violet. Its deep purple-red color sets the stage for a velvety, bold palate with strong cherry and blackcurrant notes, medium tannins, and balanced acidity. It finishes with a lingering ripeness and pairs excellently with venison, tender asparagus, and sweet or salty cheeses like Gruyere.

Chateau Purcari Malbec de Purcari 2023

Chateau Purcari Malbec de Purcari 2023 reflects centuries-old traditions of Bordeaux varietals like Malbec, Merlot, and Sauvignon Blanc in southeastern Moldova. French settlers originally planted these grapes due to the region’s Bordeaux-like soil. Founded in 1827, Chateau Purcari continues this legacy with hand-harvested fruit and traditional vinification. This wine matures for six months in French oak barrels, releasing aromas of blackberries, plums, and violets. It offers a medium-bodied, smooth texture with firm tannins, making it ideal for casual dinners or further aging.

Chateau Purcari Maluri de Prut 2021

Chateau Purcari Maluri de Prut 2021 is a remarkable red blend crafted from Feteasca Neagra and Rara Neagra grapes grown on both sides of the Prut River. These local varieties have been cultivated in Moldova since the 14th century. Hand-harvested grapes undergo traditional vinification and mature for six months in French oak barrels. The wine offers enticing aromas of mulberries, cherries, and blackberries, with a full body, smooth texture, and a long finish accented by spicy and fruity notes. Once a hidden gem, Chateau Purcari, founded in 1827, is now recognized globally for its excellent quality and great value.