Optimist
Vintage 2018
by Basavin
Varietal Shiraz
Color red
Region igt Stefan Voda
Country Moldova, Republic Of
Medal Score
5.0
3 competition medals
Tasting Notes
Aromas
blackberrydark plumspicevanilla
Palate
This full-bodied wine has firm tannins, moderate acidity, and a velvety texture, offering a rich and complex flavor profile.
Finish
The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering notes of dark fruit and subtle oak.
Food Pairings
- • grilled ribeye steak
- • roasted lamb shanks
- • pan-seared duck breast
- • wild mushroom risotto
Serving Temp
17-19°C
Drink Window
Now through 2028
Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.
Competition Medals
Silver International Wine Contest Bucharest (Vinarium) 2020
Silver Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2020
Bronze Decanter World Wine Awards 2020
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