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Umbrele Sauvignon Blanc, Cramele Recas 2019
Type | White |
Grapes | Sauvignon Blanc |
Country/Region | Romania |
Vintage | 2019 |
Alcohol | 12% |
Product number: 512454
£8.15
Price per bottle
Producer ProfilePhilip Cox and his Romanian wife Elvira, own Cramele Recas Estate they have put in a enormous amount of work in transforming the estate with aim to produce quality wines with unique characteristics.The winery has gone through a modernization process. they have set the bar high with the end goal of creating top quality wines. they have an open mind approach winemaking philosophy and constantly challenge themselves push innovations to the next level.Philip Cox and his Romanian wife Elvira have been making quality wines that are certainly be notice many consumer that never heard of Romanian wines. They have enhanced the Romanian wines experience for many wine consumers great quality and great value.ViticultureDensely planted on hilly sites surrounding the winery at an altitude of 100m, the vines average 10 years old. Trained using the Guyot method.The production process for of all the wines from vineyard to bottle with is overseen by an Australian winemaker Hartley Smithers, and the Spanish winemaker Nora Iriate, both winemakers have a substantial experience from making wines in the more exciting wine regions in the world. Their attention to detail is fundamental for producing wines with characteristics.Their mindset is to utilise only the best winemaking techniques in every single wine they make. to ensure the natural quality of the grapes are preserved. aim t all time to make and consistently great quality wines year after year.WinemakingPreserving the characteristics of the grapes and soil are paramount. the grapes are gently destemmed and crushed, subsequently the juicy is fermented in stainless steel tanks with , automatic temperature control, to ensure the fermentation process occurs smoothly and the wine develops all desired aromas and flavours. Environmentally friendly methods are used.This Sauvignon Blanc has not been oaked, the natural characteristics of the grapes and soil are very expressiveTasting NoteThis is a deliciously refreshing Sauvignon Blanc, intense passion fruit, tangerine and gooseberry flavours. A zest acidity adds to the charm, smooth and elegant finish.Food MatchingThis deep intense and fruity wine, would be a perfect accompaniment to fish, chicken and summer salads. mild cheeses.