Capidava Red 2022
Capidava Red 2022 starts from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, classically vinified with maceration and fermentation on the skins in stainless steel, yet with an approachable profile. Alcoholic fermentation is guided to retain a hint of residual sugar, softening the tannins and making the wine easy to enjoy. Aromatically, it opens with sour cherries, forest berries, and ripe plums, lifted by delicate notes of cocoa and sweet spices. Ageing in stainless steel keeps the focus on fruit, resulting in a warm, rounded style—crafted for relaxed meals and a wide range of occasions.
The Fetească Neagră and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes destined for Capidava Roșu are hand-harvested from our own parcels into small crates, protecting each berry on its way into the winery. Each lot is closely monitored to reach the ideal balance between technological and phenolic ripeness—ripe tannins, beautifully defined fruit, with no over-ripening. On arrival, the grapes undergo meticulous sorting, are fully destemmed, and then transferred to stainless-steel fermenters.
The must is guided through a classic skin maceration–fermentation in stainless-steel tanks with temperature control. The first days focus on extracting colour and aromas through gentle pump-overs; afterwards, the intensity of cellar work is fine-tuned to achieve silky tannins suited to a demi-sec style. Alcoholic fermentation is managed so that a level of residual sugars remains, supporting a modern expression with a generous texture and a subtle sweetness that rounds the wine and makes it especially approachable.
After pressing off the skins, malolactic fermentation is completed in stainless steel to soften acidity and add creaminess. The wine is then aged for a few months in stainless steel, with infrequent rackings and time intentionally allowed for natural clarification, followed by cold tartaric stabilisation, light filtration, and bottling at the winery. The result is a red made for sharing—serious in structure yet accessible—designed to shine at the table and appeal to a wide audience.
Ruby red with violet hues. Clear, with good intensity.
Blackberries, sour cherry, warm spices (cinnamon, cloves), a hint of dried plum.
Round entry, medium-bodied. Soft, well-integrated tannins. A gentle sweetness that smooths the edges. Clean, friendly finish.
A warm, well-balanced off-dry red with velvety tannins and ripe fruit. A natural match for Romanian cuisine.