Paparuda Pinot Grigio/Feteasca Alba 2025
About
The first confirmation of the Recas domains was in 1447. Over the years the Recas grape vines have been passed between the Austrians, the Hungarians and many others. Today, the Recas winery manage the ancient vineyard. The company is owned by Romanian and British partners and they manage a vineyard of approximately 1100ha. With such an amazing history, the Recas Winery strives to retain the special quality of the wines whilst respectfully using new and innovative technology. In less than 30 years, the Recas winery has grown from a very traditional winery to one of the most advanced wineries in the country.
The picked estate grown grapes were harvested early in the morning to avoid heat which causes Pinot Grigio to become too pink during vinification. The grapes were lightly crushed and then further cooled to 8°C before a gentle pressing in state of the art vacuum presses.Free run juiceis separated from the heavier press fractions and decanted in stainless steel temperature
controlled tanks –for 48 to72 hours-until perfectly clarified.The clear juice is transferred to stainless steel fomenters and inoculated with selected yeast to begin fermentation which took weeks at 10°C.The wine is kept on fine lees until bottling.Twist off caps are used to maintain freshness and the quality of the wine.
Style and Values
- Type: Bottle
- Closure: Screwcap
- ABV: 12%
- Country: Romania
- Vint: 2025
- Food Match : Panang curry
- Awards: Gold Medal –Global Masters Pinot Grigio 2019Paparuda Pinot Grigio -85 points Robert Parker
- Tasting Notes:
Lovely, opulent aromas of grapefruit and peach follow through toa lithe body, with loads of fruit as well as abundant melon and apple character Citrusy acidity.This is what Pinot Grigio should be.
- Grape Types: Feteasca Alba, Pinot Grigio
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