Carpe Diem Feteasca Neagră Red Dry 2019

This wine is a true work of art, with a profound complexity that enchants your senses. It begins with its mesmerizing ruby-red hue, an invitation to explore a captivating world of flavors. Upon smelling this wine, your senses are indulged with intense aromas of ripe black cherries, juicy blackberries, and the subtle allure of cocoa. But the real enchantment happens the moment this wine touches your tongue. The taste is silky smooth, with velvety tannins that pave the way for flavors of succulent black cherries, luscious raisins, and a hint of dark chocolate. It is like a perfectly orchestrated symphony of flavors, culminating in a lingering aftertaste that stays in your memory. Carpe Diem Feteasca Neagră Red Dry is more than just a wine; it is a companion that enhances your culinary adventures. This versatile wine pairs beautifully with a wide range of dishes, from savory pies to juicy grilled steaks. Let your creativity in the kitchen run wild and discover new and surprising flavor combinations. To fully experience the magnificence of this wine, serve it at a temperature of approximately 16-18°C. This brings the flavors to life and makes your wine experience even more special.

Casa Vinicola Luca is a family-owned winery with a rich history, having overcome many challenges over time. The family has endured profound hardships, particularly during the Soviet regime. Under this regime, all their possessions were confiscated, and many family members were deported to Siberia for forced labor. Remarkably, great-grandfather Petru managed to escape deportation because he was in the vineyard at the crucial moment. Without access to a vehicle, he had to stay in the vineyard for several days to finish his work. This vineyard became his refuge. However, upon his return, he discovered that his home was occupied by Soviet officers instead of his loved ones. With unwavering determination, he fought to bring his family back home and largely succeeded in convincing the regime that they were not "class enemies" or "traitors to the motherland." Upon their return, the family was assigned a barn—once used to store their farming and vineyard tools—where they continued their lives. Grandfather Grigore kept the tradition alive, producing wine throughout his life, though under modest circumstances, as private ownership and entrepreneurship were forbidden at the time. During the Perestroika era, father Ion found himself working in one of the most prestigious wineries in the country, Cricova, where he collaborated with his son Vasile to create some of Moldova’s most respected wines. Ion carried on the family tradition, and after traveling the world, he decided to reclaim what the Soviet regime had once taken from them: the right to produce wine under their own name—Casa Vinicola Luca. In 2014, they launched the CARPE DIEM wine series, primarily composed of indigenous grape varieties, along with a few international ones. Recognition soon followed. Each year, Carpe Diem wines receive praise at numerous national and international competitions, and for many years, they have been the most awarded small wine producer in Moldova.