Purcari Academia Saperavi Moldovan Red Wine
Republica Moldova
Red
Dry / Brut
14%
16–18°C
Noble ripened cheeses; baked deer roulade filled with figs; roulade of pheasant with chestnut puree
Saperavi
Vivino rating: 4.3 / 5Chateau Purcari is Moldova’s premier winery, founded as early as 1827 when it was granted the title of first official winery in Bessarabia, Moldova’s predecessor. The winery is famed for being a favourite of Queen Elizabeth I, its use of indigenous grapes and its similarities to Bordeaux wine. The two locations are located at a similar latitude and Purcari soils are remarkably similar to those in Bordeaux.
Academia Purcari, our most ambitious project to date, is a collection of premium wines that delves deeply into the identity and strong character of local wines.
The result of centuries of experience and continuous research on the Purcari terroir and the congruence of bold experiments, Academia Purcari is a collection of wines created according to the absolute rules of nature: sun, water, soil, with vinification and maturation in clay amphorae and a short rest in oak barrels.
Facing nature’s perfection, man has little left to do but glorify the place and carry the story forward.
When creating Academia Purcari, several important factors were harmoniously aligned. The first is the terroir, whose unique composition and diverse positioning ensure the excellence of the wine.
Located on the west coast of the Dniester River, at an altitude of 110-185 meters above the Black Sea, the Purcari vineyards cover an area of over 260 hectares and have an ideal microclimate for the production of high quality wines, which protects vineyards from frost in winter and heat in summer.
The climate is characterised by active temperatures of up to 33°C and a relative humidity of 0.68-0.75.
The Purcari micro-zone is known for its unique soil composition - clay chernozem, carbonised sand.
Amphorae is a tool that allows us to understand how some wines can evolve both during maceration and after, without having certain elements that interfere with its evolution. For the maturation of the wines from the Academia Purcari collection, we use high quality Italian amphorae, whose composition has all the necessary characteristics for the highest quality vinification.
The fermentation in clay amphora allowed us to obtain pure wines, which evolved without the involvement of other factors. These wines, produced from the best grapes in Moldova, cleaned, cooled and allowed to follow their path to fermentation naturally, allowed us to obtain a pure result, which deviates from market trends, offering an absolutely unique tasting experience.
The slope orientation determines the soil characteristics, which play an important role in forming the wine flavours and taste.
The provision of the vineyards with light and heat also depends on the degree of the slope. The location of the hills allows maximum exposure to the sunlight, helping vines to grow and grapes to ripen. The slope also facilitates water drainage. Thereby, vine roots penetrate deep through the layers of carbon soil in search of water, and the planting in ordered rows allows good air circulation.
Reinterpreted through the pure expression of Purcari’s terroir, Purcari Academia Saperavi captures the essence of the extraordinary Georgian grape variety of the same name, resulting in authentic wines with intense aromas. This wine boasts a long-lasting, pleasant and complex aromatic profile. It displays an intense ruby-red colour with violet reflections and explosive aromas of plums and ripe fruit. A dry red wine with velvety tannins, Academia Saperavi tells the story of one of the most important human virtues that underpins every creative endeavour.
With Saperavi de Purcari Limited Edition, Chateau Purcari presents a dry red wine with a strong personality, created for memorable dining experiences and adventurous food pairings. Originating from the Valul lui Traian region of the Republic of Moldova, this wine showcases the distinctive expression of the Saperavi grape, renowned for its intense character and authenticity.
In the glass, it stands out with a deep ruby-red colour and purple reflections, hinting at its expressive style. Aromas of plums and well-ripened dark fruits define its profile, offering depth and an inviting sensation of ripe fruit. The palate is rich and well-structured, supported by velvety tannins that bring balance and roundness to its structure. Saperavi de Purcari Limited Edition maintains a firm yet elegant character, while its long finish completes the experience with complex flavours.
Tasting notes:
Aroma: Intense and expressive aromas of plums and well-ripened dark fruits.
Taste: Rich and well-structured, with velvety tannins and an authentic character.
Colour: Deep ruby red with purple reflections.
