
2024
Region
Moldova › Codru
Type
white · still
Grapes
Viorica, Fetească regală, Floricica
Alcohol
12.5%
Volume
750 mL
Charming and a bit flashy - in a good way. Summer meadows, lilac, lychee, peach, and florals wrapped in green herbs and a soft creamy touch. The muscat character leads the nose, vibrant and unmistakable. On the palate it's round, fresh enough, incredibly approachable. Still, with such a tropical tilt, I found myself wishing for a bit more crunch or herbal tension to balance the sweetness. But overall, it's lovely. Friendly and crowd-pleasing without being dull.
A bit on the flashy side, but it works. Summer meadows! Ripe melon, peach, and floral tones wrapped in green herbs and a touch of cream. Round, relatively fresh, super friendly and easy to grasp. Given the tropical profile, I'd wish for more crunch and greenery to keep it from feeling cloying.
Still, it's a wine destined for success: eye-catching, approachable, and well-priced at around $9.