Negru De Dragasani Sec - Prince Stirbey

The Negru De Dragasani Sec from Prince Stirbey in Oltenia presents a dense, ruby-red color in the glass. In the glass, this red wine from Prince Stirbey reveals aromas of raspberries, complemented by cloves, pepper, and cinnamon. On the palate, the Negru De Dragasani Sec from Prince Stirbey starts off delightfully aromatic, fruit-driven, and well-balanced. On the tongue, this powerful red wine is characterized by an exceptionally light, silky, and crisp texture. The finish of this red wine from the Oltenia wine-growing region is impressive with its beautiful length. Once again, hints of raspberry appear. In the aftertaste, mineral notes from the clay-dominated soils join in.

Vinification of the Negru De Dragasani Sec from Prince Stirbey

This red wine clearly focuses on a single grape variety, namely Negru de Dragasani. Only immaculate grapes were harvested for this wonderfully powerful varietal wine from Prince Stirbey. The grapes grow under optimal conditions in Oltenia. Here, the vines drive their roots deep into clay soils. After being hand-harvested, the grapes are quickly brought to the winery. There they are selected and gently crushed. Fermentation then takes place in stainless steel tanks and large wooden casks at controlled temperatures. After fermentation, the Negru De Dragasani Sec is allowed to further harmonize on the fine lees for 21 months.

Food pairing recommendation for Prince Stirbey Negru De Dragasani Sec

This red wine from Romania is best enjoyed at a temperature of 15–18°C. It pairs perfectly as an accompanying wine with ossobuco, boiled veal with beans and tomatoes, or duck breast with sugar snap peas.

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