- Country of origin: Romania
- Producer: VSN
- Type: white / dry
- Grape variety: Aligoté 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
- Bar code: 5942134004743
The grape
Aligoté, a white grape variety originating from France, remains relatively underappreciated on the global wine stage despite its ability to produce excellent wines. In Romania, however, it has found a thriving home, with 5,065 hectares under cultivation as of 2023—more than three times the area planted in Burgundy.
In the Dobrogea region, Aligoté is the most representative white grape variety, covering 854 hectares as of 2023. At Daniel’s Wine Club, we wholeheartedly recommend exploring Aligoté wines from this region. Their unique charm and exceptional quality make them well worth a try.
The wine
This Aligoté is a single-vineyard wine crafted from grapes grown in the finest vineyards of the Sarica-Niculitel region. It stands proudly among world-class wines, showcasing remarkable aging potential.
Aged for six months in French oak barrels on fine lees (sur lie aging), this wine achieves enhanced complexity and an added layer of sophistication. Its meticulous production process highlights the depth and elegance possible from Dobrogea's unique terroir.
Unquestionably, this wine is a stellar example of the Dobrogea region's potential, reflecting both tradition and innovation.
Tasting notes
Appearance
A healthy, bright medium lemon color.
Nose
The fresh and rich primary aromas are complemented by elegant secondary aromas, showcasing a wonderful complexity. Wildflowers, elderflower, acacia, chamomile, citrus fruits (lemon, grapefruit), green apple, white peach, and pear are combined with a mineral sensation derived from limestone soils (wet stones, flint), buttery notes from malolactic fermentation, freshly baked bread from sur lie aging, and vanilla aromas from barrel aging, resulting in a wine filled with finesse and elegance.
Palate
Upon tasting, it reveals juicy fruitiness and lively acidity, leaving a fresh impression. The mineral sensation derived from the soil is also pleasing. With added elements from barrel aging, it has become an extremely complex wine. It possesses a firm, distinctive, unwavering structure. The roundness from sur lie aging and the robustness from new oak barrels are particularly appealing.
Food pairing
Mushroom risotto, seafood, smoked salmon, fried oysters, cheese, tempura.
Service temperature
8~10℃
Basic information
- Alcohol by volume: 13.00%
- Residual sugar: 1.60 g/l
- Acidity: 6.07 g/l
- Body: full
- Bottle volume: 750 ml
- Closure: natural cork
- Bottle dimensions (mm): 313 x 79
- Bottle weight (g): 1,300
Bottles per case: 6 - Case dimensions (mm): 160 x 315 x 240
- Case weight (g): 7,900
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; stainless tank
- Maturing: French oak 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
Gifts, wrapping, noshi
You can find gift boxes, along with packaging and noshi (traditional Japanese ceremonial wrapping) options, on the "Accessories and Gifts" page.
If you’d like to add a personal touch to your gift, we can also include a card or message in the package. Please feel free to contact us if you need assistance. We will do our best to ensure your gift arrives in perfect condition.
- Country of origin: Romania
- Producer: VSN
- Type: white / dry
- Grape variety: Aligoté 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
- Bar code: 5942134004743
The grape
Aligoté, a white grape variety originating from France, remains relatively underappreciated on the global wine stage despite its ability to produce excellent wines. In Romania, however, it has found a thriving home, with 5,065 hectares under cultivation as of 2023—more than three times the area planted in Burgundy.
In the Dobrogea region, Aligoté is the most representative white grape variety, covering 854 hectares as of 2023. At Daniel’s Wine Club, we wholeheartedly recommend exploring Aligoté wines from this region. Their unique charm and exceptional quality make them well worth a try.
The wine
This Aligoté is a single-vineyard wine crafted from grapes grown in the finest vineyards of the Sarica-Niculitel region. It stands proudly among world-class wines, showcasing remarkable aging potential.
Aged for six months in French oak barrels on fine lees (sur lie aging), this wine achieves enhanced complexity and an added layer of sophistication. Its meticulous production process highlights the depth and elegance possible from Dobrogea's unique terroir.
Unquestionably, this wine is a stellar example of the Dobrogea region's potential, reflecting both tradition and innovation.
Tasting notes
Appearance
A healthy, bright medium lemon color.
Nose
The fresh and rich primary aromas are complemented by elegant secondary aromas, showcasing a wonderful complexity. Wildflowers, elderflower, acacia, chamomile, citrus fruits (lemon, grapefruit), green apple, white peach, and pear are combined with a mineral sensation derived from limestone soils (wet stones, flint), buttery notes from malolactic fermentation, freshly baked bread from sur lie aging, and vanilla aromas from barrel aging, resulting in a wine filled with finesse and elegance.
Palate
Upon tasting, it reveals juicy fruitiness and lively acidity, leaving a fresh impression. The mineral sensation derived from the soil is also pleasing. With added elements from barrel aging, it has become an extremely complex wine. It possesses a firm, distinctive, unwavering structure. The roundness from sur lie aging and the robustness from new oak barrels are particularly appealing.
Food pairing
Mushroom risotto, seafood, smoked salmon, fried oysters, cheese, tempura.
Service temperature
8~10℃
Basic information
- Alcohol by volume: 13.00%
- Residual sugar: 1.60 g/l
- Acidity: 6.07 g/l
- Body: full
- Bottle volume: 750 ml
- Closure: natural cork
- Bottle dimensions (mm): 313 x 79
- Bottle weight (g): 1,300
Bottles per case: 6 - Case dimensions (mm): 160 x 315 x 240
- Case weight (g): 7,900
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; stainless tank
- Maturing: French oak 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
Gifts, wrapping, noshi
You can find gift boxes, along with packaging and noshi (traditional Japanese ceremonial wrapping) options, on the "Accessories and Gifts" page.
If you’d like to add a personal touch to your gift, we can also include a card or message in the package. Please feel free to contact us if you need assistance. We will do our best to ensure your gift arrives in perfect condition.
