Saperavi

Vintage 2017
by NovaK Winery
Varietal Saperavi
Color red
Region igt Valul lui Traian
Country Moldova, Republic Of
Medal Score
29.0
9 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
black plumblackberry preservevioletcedardark chocolatecracked pepper
Palate

Full-bodied with firm, grippy tannins and bright, juicy acidity that frames a dense, velvety texture.

Finish

Long and persistent, leaving lingering notes of black fruit, graphite, and subtle spice.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled lamb chops with rosemary
  • • beef kharcho stew
  • • moldovan mamaliga with sheep cheese and cracklings
  • • roasted portobello mushrooms with garlic
  • • aged gouda
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2032

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Gold Mundus Vini Spring Tasting 2024
Gold Berliner Wine Trophy Winter Session 2023
Gold Asia Wine Trophy 2023
Gold International Wine Contest Bucharest (Vinarium) 2023
Gold Mundus Vini Spring Tasting 2022
Gold International Wine Contest Bucharest (Vinarium) 2021
Silver Challenge International du Vin 2021
Silver Mundus Vini Spring Tasting 2021
Bronze Decanter World Wine Awards 2023

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