Reserve Cabernet
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, slow-roasted lamb shank, aged cheddar cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Nestled in the sun-drenched steppes of Gagauzia in southern Moldova, the village of Tomai has been synonymous with viticulture since the turn of the 20th century. The Tomai Reserve Cabernet is a testament to this deep-rooted heritage, drawing its character from the region's warm, southern climate and fertile, clay-rich soils. This terroir provides the perfect conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon to achieve optimal ripeness, developing intense black fruit flavors and structured tannins. Crafted using a blend of traditional oak cask aging and modern temperature-controlled fermentation, this reserve bottling showcases a harmonious balance between robust dark fruit notes—such as blackberry and black currant—and subtle nuances of vanilla, spice, and toasted oak derived from its time in wood. It reflects both the rustic soul of Moldovan winemaking and a refined, international appeal.
🍾 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