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Winetasting in Moldova – an emerging wine region

The wine savory!

Interested for a remote European country, off the beaten track, unknown and adventurous? Come to Moldova, the Easternmost from the European continent, a place where the Russian influence is still present, although the country gained the independence over 30 years ago.

Nowadays, when travel in Moldova the wine lovers are amazed by a new approach, the wine makers proposing exquisite wines for the most demanding consumer. The country has combined local and international grape varieties, and blends of both with local terroir and the skills of generations of winemakers to gain a global reputation as a producer of unique, characterful premium, authentic wines made from its fascinating local varieties.

The biggest two cellars from Moldova boast impressive and extensive tunnels underneath, stone quarries that turned into wine factories during the Soviet period, in the 1960’s, whereas the extraction of limestone was used to build the city of Chisinau. Thus, the city is actually located in the center of the grape growing regions, making it a very convenient place to base yourself while visiting the surrounding wineries.

Cricova Cellars – the second largest in the world - represent a unique underground complex that got renowned throughout the world for both its huge labyrinths and its excellent wines. Some 120 km of roadways link great chambers used for storing the products of the wine industry. The complex includes also a museum which displays methods of growing grapes and making wine, with examples of the tools used, also other rooms are dedicated to the celebration of different kinds of wine, and the many awards won by winemakers from Moldova, a movie theater, also bottling facilities. A special section is reserved to the world celebrities and major political figures that preserve their personal collection of Cricova wines.

The company who manages the business is the first and only company in Moldova awarded the highest state distinction, the Order of the Republic, being also declared the National Cultural Heritage.

Milestii Mici Cellars - underground cellars and winery are the first in the world, stretching for over 2000km (only 55km used for the activity itself). It was included in the Guinness World Records in 2005 for the largest wine collection in the world, exceeding 1.5 million bottles. The company preserves wine bottles starting from the 1969 vintage, the year of the cellar establishment.

We will enjoy an interesting experience by walking through the underground avenues and streets that bear the names of grape varieties and are large enough to be driven by car. Then, we shall reach the tasting hall in order to savor the exquisite wines and traditional dishes.

Orheiul Vechi. Overlooking the Raut River, these open-air complex features fortifications, baths, caves, ruins, and monasteries – all which date back as late as the Dacian tribes of 2000 years ago. The ancient monuments date from various periods including the Tatar and Mongol invasions, the 10th century BC, and more recently the occupation of the Golden Horde in the 14th century. Traditional lunch in the village.

 

Itinerary:

Day 1. Evening flight Bucharest – Chisinau. Accommodation in 4* hotel, in the city centre.

Day 2. Visit Cricova Cellar with wine tasting (2hr) and drive to Orheiul Vechi – visit and traditional lunch (2hr). Return to the hotel.

Day 3. Short tour of Chisinau. Drive to Milestii Mici Cellar – wine tasting and lunch (2,30hr). Drive to airport. Evening flight Chisinau – Bucharest.

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Interested for a remote European country, off the beaten track, unknown and adventurous? Come to Moldova, the Easternmost from the European continent, a place where the Russian influence is still present, although the country gained the independence over 30 years ago.

Nowadays, when travel in Moldova the wine lovers are amazed by a new approach, the wine makers proposing exquisite wines for the most demanding consumer. The country has combined local and international grape varieties, and blends of both with local terroir and the skills of generations of winemakers to gain a global reputation as a producer of unique, characterful premium, authentic wines made from its fascinating local varieties.

The biggest two cellars from Moldova boast impressive and extensive tunnels underneath, stone quarries that turned into wine factories during the Soviet period, in the 1960’s, whereas the extraction of limestone was used to build the city of Chisinau. Thus, the city is actually located in the center of the grape growing regions, making it a very convenient place to base yourself while visiting the surrounding wineries.

Cricova Cellars – the second largest in the world - represent a unique underground complex that got renowned throughout the world for both its huge labyrinths and its excellent wines. Some 120 km of roadways link great chambers used for storing the products of the wine industry. The complex includes also a museum which displays methods of growing grapes and making wine, with examples of the tools used, also other rooms are dedicated to the celebration of different kinds of wine, and the many awards won by winemakers from Moldova, a movie theater, also bottling facilities. A special section is reserved to the world celebrities and major political figures that preserve their personal collection of Cricova wines.

The company who manages the business is the first and only company in Moldova awarded the highest state distinction, the Order of the Republic, being also declared the National Cultural Heritage.

Milestii Mici Cellars - underground cellars and winery are the first in the world, stretching for over 2000km (only 55km used for the activity itself). It was included in the Guinness World Records in 2005 for the largest wine collection in the world, exceeding 1.5 million bottles. The company preserves wine bottles starting from the 1969 vintage, the year of the cellar establishment.

We will enjoy an interesting experience by walking through the underground avenues and streets that bear the names of grape varieties and are large enough to be driven by car. Then, we shall reach the tasting hall in order to savor the exquisite wines and traditional dishes.

Orheiul Vechi. Overlooking the Raut River, these open-air complex features fortifications, baths, caves, ruins, and monasteries – all which date back as late as the Dacian tribes of 2000 years ago. The ancient monuments date from various periods including the Tatar and Mongol invasions, the 10th century BC, and more recently the occupation of the Golden Horde in the 14th century. Traditional lunch in the village.

 

Itinerary:

Day 1. Evening flight Bucharest – Chisinau. Accommodation in 4* hotel, in the city centre.

Day 2. Visit Cricova Cellar with wine tasting (2hr) and drive to Orheiul Vechi – visit and traditional lunch (2hr). Return to the hotel.

Day 3. Short tour of Chisinau. Drive to Milestii Mici Cellar – wine tasting and lunch (2,30hr). Drive to airport. Evening flight Chisinau – Bucharest.

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Included:

  • Bucharest - Chisinau return flights with transfer to hotel;
  • Accommodation with HB at 4* hotel in Chisinau;
  • Cellar visits with wine tasting;
  • Professional guide assistance, English speaking, during the whole trip;
  • Transport by modern car/mini-bus;
  • Chisinau city tour.

 

Not included:

  • other meals than mentioned as "included"
  • souvenirs or other personal expenses

 

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