Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Semisweet
⏳ Drinking Window
Best enjoyed within 2–4 years of release to appreciate its fresh fruit character and soft sweetness.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Chocolate-based desserts, blue cheese, roasted duck with plum sauce
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the sun-drenched Bugeac Steppe in the autonomous region of Gagauzia, southern Moldova, this semisweet Cabernet Sauvignon reflects a winemaking heritage that dates back to the early 20th century. The region's warm, continental climate and fertile soils allow the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes to achieve optimal ripeness, developing rich natural sugars. Tomai-Vineex combines traditional winemaking secrets passed down through generations with modern temperature-controlled fermentation to preserve the grape's vibrant fruitiness. The result is a luscious, approachable red wine that captures the warmth and hospitality of Moldovan viticulture, balancing the classic structure of Cabernet with a soft, velvety sweetness.
🍾 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
Cabernet Sauvignon