• Country of origin: Romania
• Producer: Sarica Niculitel
• Type: white / dry
• Grape variety: Sauvignon Blanc 100%​
• Classification: D.O.C.-C.M.D. Sarica Niculitel / Certified by ONVPV seal
  
• Readiness for drinking: now~2042
• Price range: 4,000~4,999 Yen

The grape

Sauvignon Blanc is a highly popular grape variety in Romania, with a total cultivation area of 5,614 hectares, surpassing Chardonnay and accounting for about 4.5% of the world's Sauvignon Blanc production.

Romania has a rich culture of Sauvignon Blanc and produces various styles of this grape variety. From crisp styles perfect for summer to full-bodied styles fermented with wild yeast, there's a wide range of expressions to enjoy.

The [Caii de la Letea Princeps Reserva Sauvignon Blanc Acacia 2021] is particularly distinctive. Aged in acacia wood barrels, it exudes an elegant aroma reminiscent of acacia honey.

Tasting notes

• Appearance
  A healthy, radiant medium lemon color with golden hues.
  
• Nose
  The aroma is rich and intense, striking an excellent balance between the grape variety's character and the aroma imparted by aging in acacia barrels. It is so harmonious that it makes me think of a top-tier orchestra. It shows nuances of citrus fruits (lemon, lime, grapefruit), herbs, tropical fruits (pineapple), and flowers (elderflower, honeysuckle), along with terroir-derived mineral notes, complemented by nuances of acacia honey, vanilla, and coconut from the acacia wood barrels. At the same time, the barrel aromas are prominent but do not overshadow the grape character. The wine shows complexity and finesse.
  
• Palate
  It is dry, with firm acidity and a moderate alcohol content. The flavor is strong and very rich. Due to bâtonnage, the taste is more complex, with a smooth mouthfeel. It has a creamy texture and a solid body. The finish is long.
  
• Food pairing
  It pairs well with clam chowder, marinated octopus, tender squid, creamy mushroom pasta, butter-seared salmon, and smoked salmon.
  

Service temperature

• 8~10℃

Basic information

• Alcohol by volume: 12.50％
• Residual sugar: 1.60 g/l
• Acidity: 6.02 g/l
• Body: medium
• Bottle volume: 750 ml

Terroir and grapes

• Ingredients: grapes 100%
• Historical region: Dobrogea
• Wine region: Colinele Dobrogei
• Podgorie: Sarica-Niculițel
• Village: Niculițel
• Soil: chalky soil
• Altitude: 0~50 m
• Yearly rainfall: 350~450 mm
• Yearly average temperature: 10.8°C
• Yield: 3.5 t/Ha
• Vineyard owner: Sarica Niculițel
• Vineyard manager: Mr. Sorin IGNAT
• Vineyard consultant: Mr. Paul FULEA

Winemaking information

• Production place: Sarica-Niculițel.
• Fermentation: temperature controlled, stainless tank. 
• Sur lie: yes.
• Maturing: Romanian acacia barrels, 6 months.
• Bottling place: Sarica-Niculițel.
• Bottling date: listed on the bottle.

​​Import information

• Importer: Daniel's Wine Club.
• Import method: maritime import.
• Import Route: Sarica-Niculițel ⇨ Daniel's Wine Club.
• Quality control method during transportation: use temperature-controlled containers.

Storage information

• Seller: Daniel's Wine Club.
• Storage place: Daniel's Wine Club Yokohama.
• Storage temperature: 16~18°C.

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