Gagauz Chardonnay
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2024
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted chicken, creamy seafood pasta, grilled sea bass
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the sun-drenched steppes of Gagauzia in southern Moldova, the Gagauz Chardonnay by Tomai reflects a unique intersection of terroir and cultural heritage. The Gagauz people, a Turkic-speaking Christian group, have cultivated these lands for generations, fostering a deep connection to the soil. In the warm, semi-arid climate of Tomai, influenced by gentle breezes from the nearby Black Sea basin, the Chardonnay grapes develop rich, ripe tropical fruit flavors while retaining a refreshing mineral core. Crafted using modern temperature-controlled fermentation to preserve its vibrant aromatic profile, this wine captures the essence of southern Moldova's generous climate and the historic winemaking traditions of the Tomai village, which date back over a century.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1903, Tomai (Tomai-Vinex) is a historic Moldovan winery located in the village of Tomai within the sun-drenched southern region of Gagauzia. Embracing more than a century of winemaking tradition, the estate combines time-honored viticultural practices with modern vinification techniques to capture the generous warmth and fertile terroir of southern Moldova. The winery produces a broad and expressive portfolio of red, white, and rosé wines utilizing classic international grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Franc, and Chardonnay. Tomai is particularly celebrated for its accessible, fruit-forward profile, showcased across its popular Grand Reserve and Grand Elite ranges that span dry, semi-dry, and semi-sweet styles.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Chardonnay
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
12.5% - 13.5%