1903 Merlot
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 3–7 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted duck, grilled pork chops, medium-aged cheeses
✨ wine.spec_sheet
The '1903' series from Tomai-Vineex pays tribute to the historic year when viticulture was formally established in the village of Tomai, located in the Gagauzia region of southern Moldova. Cultivated in the warm, sun-drenched vineyards of the Bugeac Steppe, this Merlot benefits from a unique microclimate where clay-rich soils and gentle southern breezes allow the grapes to develop rich, concentrated flavors. The wine is crafted to showcase a harmonious balance of traditional Moldovan winemaking heritage and modern cellar techniques, resulting in a smooth, medium-bodied red characterized by ripe dark fruit notes and soft tannins.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1997 in the historic winemaking village of Tomai within the autonomous region of Gagauzia, Moldova, Tomai-Vineex builds upon a regional viticultural heritage dating back to 1903. Located at Str. Teatrala 1, MD-6115 Tomai, Gagauzia, Moldova, the winery operates a fully integrated, closed-cycle production system, managing its own vineyards where local and international varieties thrive under the warm southern Moldovan sun. Combining traditional oak cask aging with modern Italian and Swedish processing technologies, Tomai-Vineex is renowned for crafting expressive, well-structured wines. Their portfolio is highlighted by the Grand Reserve and Wino Grand Elite series, which showcase elegant, fruit-forward expressions of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Franc, and Chardonnay in dry, semidry, and semisweet styles. For more information, visit their official website at http://www.tomai-vineex.com.