Viorica Muscat Ottonel (Château Purcari) 2024 [Château Purcari Viorica Muscat Ottonel] (Moldova / White / White flowers, Muscat)

■ Appearance: A bright, elegant golden color with subtle amber reflections, indicating its maturity.

■ Aroma: A highly expressive and aromatic bouquet. Delicate notes of acacia, elderflower, and spring roses are beautifully intertwined with sweet, ripe apricots, juicy nectarines, and classic muscat herbaceousness.

■ Palate: Round, refreshing, and predominantly fruity on the palate. Layers of citrus and green pear nuances are perfectly balanced by a fresh, zesty acidity and a crisp finish reminiscent of a cool sea breeze.

A Miraculous Blend of Two Highly Expressive Grapes
Viorica is a precious indigenous Moldovan hybrid, renowned for its strong disease resistance and its flamboyant floral and citrus profile. It is beautifully complemented by Muscat Ottonel, a noble and aromatic variety that contributes an elegant and fragrant bouquet of white flowers and stone fruits.

The grapes are rigorously hand-harvested from the best plots of their own vineyards and carefully selected. To preserve their delicate and volatile aromas, fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This allows the wine's natural freshness to shine through, even after years of graceful aging in the bottle.

Perfect pairings for this wine (excellent with seafood and aromatic dishes):

• ■ Grilled shrimp with citrus and herbs: The wine's vibrant, marine-like freshness acts like a squeeze of lemon, cutting through the rich, smoky flavors of grilled seafood.
• ■ Aromatic, mild curries or spiced white meats: The Muscat's ripe nectarine and apricot notes effortlessly complement mild Asian spices and ginger, without clashing with the heat.
• ■ Goat cheese and fresh peach salad: The wine's intense floral notes and refreshing acidity perfectly match the creamy tang of goat cheese and the natural sweetness of summer fruits.

Serving temperature: 10℃〜12℃ (Enjoy its inherent richness at this temperature range)

The Terroir of Ștefan Vodă, Purcari Microzone
Located near the Dniester River and strongly influenced by the Black Sea, this microclimate is ideal for aromatic white wines. The cool coastal breezes temper Moldova's warm sun, allowing the grapes to retain essential acidity. The region's loam clay soils, rich in rubidium, provide excellent drainage and impart a subtle, refreshing minerality to the final wine.