Novak Black Label Red Blend #1 2018
Ratings
Alright, this is just good. Right now it's sitting in a sweet spot - there's fruit, there's oak, even a touch of florals. Age has done it well, rounding off edges and bringing everything into balance. Maybe the grilled meat talking, but it drinks beautifully. The tannins have softened just enough, leaning slightly sweet, there's a nice juiciness without going overboard, and the acidity holds it all together. A calm, well-paced wine.
About Producer
Novak Winery, situated in the Cantemir district of the Republic of Moldova, melds tradition with modern innovation, embodying a fresh vision of time-honored winemaking practices. Established on the foundation of an old enterprise from 1977, the winery was officially founded in 2004 and has since gained prominence in the southern region of the country.
Spanning over 30 hectares in IGP Valul lui Traian, the Novak vineyards can be found across Comrat, Tartaul, and Ciobalaccia villages. These vineyards are home to both classic and indigenous grape varieties. Alongside international favorites like Merlot, Cabernet-Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Malbec, they also cultivate traditional local varieties such as Rară Neagră and Feteasca Regală. Notably, the winery has championed the revival of certain nearly forgotten varieties, including Alb de Onițcani and Floricica, which some experts believed were lost in history.
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