- Country of origin: Romania
- Producer: Averesti
- Type / style: Rosé / medium-sweet
- Grape variety: Busuioacă de Bohotin 100%
- Alcohol by volume: 13.02%
- Residual sugar: 43.74 g/l
- Acidity: 5.37 g/l
- Body: medium
- Bottle volume: 750ml
- Classification: DOC-CMD Husi
- Readiness for drinking: now~2032
- Price range: 3,000–3,999 Yen
- JAN code: 5941978100581
Introductory notes
This wine greets you with a joyful wave of fragrance, reminiscent of receiving a handful of wildflowers. Delicate notes of rose and meadow blossoms mingle with subtle herbal tones of freshly cut basil and tomato leaves, adding depth and intrigue. The overall impression recalls a fine, feminine cologne: aromatic, expressive, and irresistibly charming. An ideal choice for those who appreciate wines with a vibrant aromatic personality.
Awards & Recognitions
Nativus Busuioacă de Averești 2024 has earned major international distinctions, confirming its exceptional quality and pedigree.
- Gold Medal – Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (Rosé Selection 2025)
Awarded Gold at the Rosé Selection held in March 2025 in Constanța for the 2024 vintage of Busuioacă de Averești semi-sweet rosé. As one of the largest rosé wine competitions in the world, this recognition places Averești among Romania’s most successful producers.
- Gold Medal (93 Points) – USA Wine Ratings 2025
Scoring 93 points and earning a Gold Medal, this wine was also named Wine of the Year – Romania at the 2025 USA Wine Ratings in San Francisco. The judges praised its vivid color, floral aromas, and impeccable balance between sweetness and refreshing acidity, recognizing excellence in both quality and presentation.
- Gold Medal – Vin la Munte National Wine Challenge 2024 (Romania)
At the Vin la Munte competition in June 2024, Cramele Averești received a Gold Medal for the 2024 vintage, highlighting the high regard for this wine on Romania’s domestic stage.
The label
The label design draws inspiration from ancient symbols of the Cucuteni culture — the symbols of Harvest, Hills, and Divine Protection. These three interwoven emblems reflect the deep connection between people, nature, and tradition. Beneath their shared meaning lies wine itself, a timeless centerpiece of the region’s history and cultural identity.
Tasting notes
Appearance
The wine displays a delicate light pink color with subtle violet-copper reflections (roze deschis, ușor porfirie). Bright and crystal clear in the glass, it radiates youthful freshness. Its elegant hue immediately draws attention, hinting at the aromatic intensity that follows.
Nose
Nativus Busuioacă de Averești 2024 opens with an expressive, unmistakable aromatic profile. Floral and herbal notes intertwine, dominated by rose petals and fresh basil — signature traits of the Busuioacă de Bohotin grape. A lively touch of pink grapefruit zest adds brightness and lift. The overall impression is lush, fragrant, and deeply inviting.
Palate
Semi-sweet and richly flavored, the palate beautifully echoes the aromas. Layers of candied red berries and ripe fruit are balanced by refreshing citrus tones that keep the wine lively and never heavy. Medium-bodied with a silky texture, it glides smoothly across the palate, finishing long and elegant with hints of rose and basil returning in the aftertaste. The harmony between fruit, sweetness, and acidity gives this wine its signature charm and freshness.
Food Pairings
As a semi-sweet rosé, this wine pairs wonderfully with fruit-based desserts and delicate pastries. It’s an excellent match for berry tarts, rose-petal macarons, or light cakes that mirror its own floral and fruity character. Serve well chilled to highlight its fragrant balance of sweetness and acidity, whether enjoyed alongside dessert or savored on its own as a graceful finale to a meal.
Service
- Service temperature: 8–10°C
- Decanting: Not necessary
Vineyard
- Wine zone: C I
- Wine region: Hills of Moldova
- Wine Subregion: Husi
- Village: Averesti
- Vineyard: Estate-owned vineyard
- Vineyard surface: 130Ha
- Grapegrower: Mr. Claudiu CRETU
Winemaking
- Ingredients: grapes 100%
- Producer: Averesti
- Production place: Averesti
- Harvest method: hand-picked
- Maceration: 7 hours at 10°C
- Fermentation: stainless steel tank, low temperature
- Maturation: stainless steel tank
- Bottling place: Averesti
- Bottling date: listed on the bottle
Import information
- Importer: Daniel’s Wine Club
- Import method: container shipment
- Import route: Averesti ⇨ 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
- Storage temperature: 16–18°C
