Wine style
Wine style
Moldovan Feteasca Regala
Moldovan Feteasca Regala
Moldovan Feteasca Regala
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Moldova
Born from a happy accident between two other local legends, this wine brings a regal elegance to the table without being snobby. It packs a vibrant acidic punch balanced by lovely floral notes and a surprisingly textured mouthfeel.
Born from a happy accident between two other local legends, this wine brings a regal elegance to the table without being snobby. It packs a vibrant acidic punch balanced by lovely floral notes and a surprisingly textured mouthfeel.
Born from a happy accident between two other local legends, this wine brings a regal elegance to the table without being snobby. It packs a vibrant acidic punch balanced by lovely floral notes and a surprisingly textured mouthfeel.
Body
Just Right
Tannins
No Resistance
Barely Felt
Pillowy Presence
Serious Grip
The Brick Wall
Acidity
Properly Sharp
Sugar
Savagely Dry
LEADERS
The story
Natural cross
1920s discovery
Cold resistant
Discovered in the 1920s near Sighisoara, Feteasca Regala is actually a natural cross between Feteasca Alba and Frâncușă. It did not take long for locals to realize they had struck gold. This newer kid on the block quickly outpaced its parents in popularity because it produces reliable crops and withstands cold winters, making it the beloved workhorse of the region's vineyards today.
Discovered in the 1920s near Sighisoara, Feteasca Regala is actually a natural cross between Feteasca Alba and Frâncușă. It did not take long for locals to realize they had struck gold. This newer kid on the block quickly outpaced its parents in popularity because it produces reliable crops and withstands cold winters, making it the beloved workhorse of the region's vineyards today.
Discovered in the 1920s near Sighisoara, Feteasca Regala is actually a natural cross between Feteasca Alba and Frâncușă. It did not take long for locals to realize they had struck gold. This newer kid on the block quickly outpaced its parents in popularity because it produces reliable crops and withstands cold winters, making it the beloved workhorse of the region's vineyards today.
Why it's special
Skin grip
Savory kick
Textural complexity
What sets this apart is the texture. Unlike wispy whites that vanish instantly, Feteasca Regala has a bit of skin grip which adds a fascinating mouthfeel. It manages to be incredibly crisp while delivering a savory, almost spicy kick near the finish. You get the refreshment of a summer cooler mixed with enough structural complexity to make a sommelier scratch their head in delight.
What sets this apart is the texture. Unlike wispy whites that vanish instantly, Feteasca Regala has a bit of skin grip which adds a fascinating mouthfeel. It manages to be incredibly crisp while delivering a savory, almost spicy kick near the finish. You get the refreshment of a summer cooler mixed with enough structural complexity to make a sommelier scratch their head in delight.
What sets this apart is the texture. Unlike wispy whites that vanish instantly, Feteasca Regala has a bit of skin grip which adds a fascinating mouthfeel. It manages to be incredibly crisp while delivering a savory, almost spicy kick near the finish. You get the refreshment of a summer cooler mixed with enough structural complexity to make a sommelier scratch their head in delight.
Who's gonna like it
Sauvignon fans
Texture lovers
Curious drinkers
If Sauvignon Blanc feels a bit too aggressive but Chardonnay seems too heavy, you have found your middle ground. Drinkers who crave high energy wines with floral aromatics will fall in love here. It is perfect for anyone wanting to branch out from the usual international suspects without diving into weird funk territory. Grab a glass if you enjoy zippy acidity paired with genuine substance.
If Sauvignon Blanc feels a bit too aggressive but Chardonnay seems too heavy, you have found your middle ground. Drinkers who crave high energy wines with floral aromatics will fall in love here. It is perfect for anyone wanting to branch out from the usual international suspects without diving into weird funk territory. Grab a glass if you enjoy zippy acidity paired with genuine substance.
If Sauvignon Blanc feels a bit too aggressive but Chardonnay seems too heavy, you have found your middle ground. Drinkers who crave high energy wines with floral aromatics will fall in love here. It is perfect for anyone wanting to branch out from the usual international suspects without diving into weird funk territory. Grab a glass if you enjoy zippy acidity paired with genuine substance.
REGIONS
Codru
Central Moldova is a sea of rolling green hills covered in vines and hiding massive underground secrets. It is the beating heart of the country's winemaking, offering fresh whites and endless limestone tunnels filled with bottles.
Central Moldova is a sea of rolling green hills covered in vines and hiding massive underground secrets. It is the beating heart of the country's winemaking, offering fresh whites and endless limestone tunnels filled with bottles.
Ștefan Vodă
Tucked into the southeast, this region is the heavyweight champion of Moldovan viticulture. It takes advantage of Dniester river breezes to craft red wines that possess serious structure, royal heritage, and enough personality to fill a stadium.
Tucked into the southeast, this region is the heavyweight champion of Moldovan viticulture. It takes advantage of Dniester river breezes to craft red wines that possess serious structure, royal heritage, and enough personality to fill a stadium.
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