Moldova

Moldova Map and Comparison Exercises

From the hills of the central area to the two southern PGIs. Study the connections among local varieties, underground cellars, bottle-fermented sparklings, and red blends.

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Distinguishing the three regions and Divin

Should Divin be depicted as a fourth, independent wine region?

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Items for comparison.Wine PGIDivin
DesignationCodru・Ștefan Vodă・Valul lui TraianDivin
SubjectWineDistilled spirits derived from wine
Regional approachCheck each districtCovers the entire country

The relevant product and its scope differ. Distinguish it from the three wine regions.

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Read about the two types of aging

Does a longer number of years increase the intensity of the same type of effect?

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Items for comparison.Negru de PurcariCuvée Prestige
Ingredients & ProcessRed three-variety blendBottle-fermented
Aging as stated in published materials.18 months in French oakMinimum 3 years cuvée aging
Common cautionDo not estimate the new oak ratioDo not use the minimum standards for the whole country

Vessel, presence or absence of lees, and processes differ. Do not make simple comparisons based only on time period.

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