Carpe Diem ‘Bad Boys’ 2018, Moldova
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Carpe Diem ‘Bad Boys’ 2018, Moldova. No country better demonstrates the hidden treasures of Eastern Europe than Moldova. Many drinkers might regard it as a relatively new winemaking country, but wine has been produced here for over five thousand years. Soviet times saw a drop off in quality and reputation, but producers such as Carpe Diem continue to set new trends for the industry. For four generations, the Lucas family have dedicated their lives to crafting expressive wines that reflect their unique terroir and local wine making traditions. However, the last century presented significant obstacles. In 1949, under the Soviet Union regime, the Lucas’ vineyards were nationalised and the whole of their family were deported to a Siberian labour camp. After several years, part of the family managed to return to the winery. And today, almost sixty years on, their estate is thriving. While the Soviet threat has returned – with the winery pausing operations to aid their Ukrainian neighbours – their wines continue to go from strength to strength. Crafted from two local varieties – Feteasca Neagra and Saperavi – combined with a little Cabernet and Merlot, this wine reflects the high standard of winemaking Moldova is now recognised for. It’s seriously soft and rich, with ripe notes of blackberry and cherry with hints of black pepper and cocoa. Twelve months in new French oak adds roundness and vanilla spice. Its intense fruit flavours and silky tannins will pair well with herby roast lamb and richer meats like venison or duck..
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Carpe Diem ‘Bad Boys’ 2018, Moldova. No country better demonstrates the hidden treasures of Eastern Europe than Moldova. Many drinkers might regard it as a relatively new winemaking country, but wine has been produced here for over five thousand years. Soviet times saw a drop off in quality and reputation, but producers such as Carpe Diem continue to set new trends for the industry. For four generations, the Lucas family have dedicated their lives to crafting expressive wines that reflect their unique terroir and local wine making traditions. However, the last century presented significant obstacles. In 1949, under the Soviet Union regime, the Lucas’ vineyards were nationalised and the whole of their family were deported to a Siberian labour camp. After several years, part of the family managed to return to the winery. And today, almost sixty years on, their estate is thriving. While the Soviet threat has returned – with the winery pausing operations to aid their Ukrainian neighbours – their wines continue to go from strength to strength. Crafted from two local varieties – Feteasca Neagra and Saperavi – combined with a little Cabernet and Merlot, this wine reflects the high standard of winemaking Moldova is now recognised for. It’s seriously soft and rich, with ripe notes of blackberry and cherry with hints of black pepper and cocoa. Twelve months in new French oak adds roundness and vanilla spice. Its intense fruit flavours and silky tannins will pair well with herby roast lamb and richer meats like venison or duck.. . . . .
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