2024 Author: Isabella Gilson | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-01-18 00:50
In Russia, there is no better place for winemaking than the Krasnodar Territory, generously endowed by nature with an abundance of sun and warmth, a mild climate and wonderful air saturated with phytoncides.
In the village of Divnomorskoye, which is part of the resort area of Greater Gelendzhik, on the Black Sea coast, there are the southernmost picturesque grape plantations in the Kuban and the Divnomorskoye Estate winery. The terroir is unique: the vineyards are located on the seashore, surrounded by the famous Pitsunda pine forest on a vast rocky plateau, sunny and hot, blown by a fresh sea wind.
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Divnomorskoye Estate Winery: description
The winery covers approximately 30 hectares. The wines are based on 15 classic grape varieties. White varieties ("East Slope"): Viognier, Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay,Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Saperavi, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscat. Red varieties ("Western slope"): marselan, cabernet sauvignon, pinot noir, merlot, syrah. Wine "Usadba Divnomorskoye", a protected geographical indication, is made from berries harvested from vines brought from Italy from the Rauscedo nursery.
The winery is built from environmentally friendly materials, mainly wood, and equipped with modern equipment. It is located near the vineyards, organically inscribed in the landscape, being partially sunk into the mountainside.
Natural and climatic conditions of the village of Divnomorskoe
All experts in oenology (specialists in wine production technology involved in evaluating vineyards, water, soil and wine samples) agree that the characteristics of the terroir contribute to the creation of wines with a unique, rich and vibrant pattern.
In Divnomorskoye, although the hottest on the entire coast, the climate is mild, there is little rainfall here. Stony soils with a lot of limestone, marl and crushed stone are ideal for vineyards. The dryness of the soil stimulates the vines to develop a powerful root system and protects the roots from pathogens of various diseases.
The pine forest, stretching from Divnomorskoe for many kilometers towards Dzhankhot, creates a shield that naturally protects the vineyards from penetrating winds from the mountains. The unique properties of the grape harvest are given by the winds blowing from the sea. They harden the vines, providing constant airing of the vineyards.bushes by sea air.
There are no industrial facilities in the area of the winery, so the ecological situation here is also favorable.
Features of wine production technology
The terrain on which the vineyards are located is such that all work on them has to be done by hand. The vines are planted on a slope that drops to the sea, only a person can get close to them.
To make up for the lack of moisture in dry times, the vineyards are equipped with a drip irrigation system. The production departments of the ultra-modern winery use the latest technology and equipment.
In order to prevent the oxidation of wine materials and the development of microflora on their surface during long-term storage, an inert gas, nitrogen, is used in production tanks. The grapes are pressed on the receiving line with the help of vacuum membrane presses, then they enter the closed stationary tanks of huge size made of stainless steel. The vinification process is hidden from prying eyes, it takes place in vats of different sizes under the strict control of the winery workers. In French and Caucasian oak barrels, the organoleptic characteristics of the drink develop. A special room is equipped for drying grapes.
A distinctive feature of the production of white wines is that they are not aged in oak barrels.
Products of the Divnomorskoye Estate brand
The winery was founded in 2010, the first vintagewas released in 2012, its presentation took place in the fall of 2013 in Moscow at the B altschug Hotel, the second vintage was released in 2013 and presented in the spring of 2015
The collection is represented by sixteen excellent varieties, including 6 white and 6 red dry wines, three types of sparkling and one white sweet wine. The range of wines "Usadba Divnomorskoye" belongs to the category of protected appellation of origin. The line includes two assemblages ("East Slope" and "Western Slope") and a number of single-varietal wines of classic varieties.
Each item is produced and produced in a strictly limited quantity - in batches from 3.5 to 20 thousand bottles per year. The label contains the individual number of the bottle. The total production is over 100,000 bottles a year.
The price level (these are among the most expensive Russian wines) is determined by the fact that they belong to the premium class, as well as the high cost of producing the drink. The winery is part of the Abrau-Dyurso holding, so you can purchase brand products in the branded stores of this group of companies. Also, Divnomorskoe wines are presented in specialized boutiques, in restaurants with a high-quality wine list and in online stores selling alcoholic beverages.
Assortment of dry white wines
Characteristics of dry white wines of the Divnomorskoye 2012 series are presented in the table.
| Name | Color | Fragrance | Taste | Aftertaste |
| Riesling | straw greenish | fresh with notes of apricot and nectarine | balanced | steady fruity |
| Chardonnay | straw-lemon | floral dominated | bright | pleasant continuous |
| Sauvignon Blanc | silver straw | elegant with hints of lavender and peach | fresh with grapefruit predominance | bright long lasting |
| Traminer | gold straw | bright with hints of rose, fruits and spices | intense | honey |
| Pinot Blanc | straw greenish | fresh floral fruity | bright with dominant fruity notes | easy |
| East Slope | yellow straw greenish | unobtrusive with hints of flowers and exotic fruits | bright balanced | steady with the same notes |
Assortment of dry red wines
The table below shows the characteristics of dry redwine series "Divnomorskoye 2012".
| Name | Color | Fragrance | Taste | Aftertaste |
| Merlot | intense ruby purple | complex fruity-floral-spicy | light and elegant | coffee-nutty |
| Cabernet Sauvignon | ruby garnet | fresh with mint-tobacco-nut tones | elegant and graceful | light tobacco |
| Pinot Noir | red-pink | bright with hints of berries and white chocolate | harmonious | long-lasting astringent |
| Marselan | red-ink | floral berry with notes of cocoa | intense | pleasant blueberry |
| Sira | deep dark ruby | coffee and spices | complex with dominance of dried prunes | long coffee |
| West Slope | ruby | fresh fruit mint chocolate | mineral fresh | spicy with tobacco and chocolate nuances |
Sparkling and sweet wines "Usadba Divnomorskoye"
Champagne series "Russian White Extra Brut Aged 2012" has the characteristics shown in the table.
| Name | Color | Fragrance | Taste | Aftertaste |
| Blanc de Noir | straw flesh | graceful bouquet | fruity-citrus | long |
| Blanc de Blanc | golden greenish | complex bouquet | harmonious with dominance of acacia honey | elegant |
| Grand Cuvee | gold straw | tropical fruits | tropical fruits | sustainable |
The only sweet white wine Divnomorskoye 2014 is Muscat Ottonel, golden in color, with a Muscat aroma with hints of citrus and dried fruits and a long aftertaste.
Wine "Manor Divnomorskoye": reviews
Unfortunately, due to the high price, these premium-oriented wines are not available to ordinary consumers. Therefore, it is necessary to judge the quality of the products of a young brand not by customer reviews on the Internet, but by the assessments of professionals and true connoisseurs.
Despite my youthof the company, which is part of the Abrau Durso group, the wines have repeatedly won significant major tasting competitions, where recognized international wine experts act as judges. World critics give high marks to the quality of the Russian wine Usadba Divnomorskoye.
The corporate design of the outer packaging is refined and stylish, which also indicates the high quality of the product. The image of the logo contains a sea shell - rapana, and the laconic design of the labels uses pictograms of bunches of grapes, waves and pines - the symbols of the Black Sea coast.
Victories in prestigious tasting competitions
The first award was the bronze medal of the prestigious International Wine Competition 2014 in London, which was awarded to Chardonnay 2012 wine. Then there were four bronze awards at the International Wineand Spirits Competition - 2014 ("Cabernet Sauvignon 2012", "Chardonnay 2012", "Sauvignon Blanc 2012" and "East slope 2012"), as well as a silver award at one of the most influential international competitions Decanter World Wine Awards - 2014 (wine "East slope 2012"). Syrah 2013 and Marselan 2013 were awarded gold medals at the SVVR Cup-2015 competition within the framework of the All-Russian Summit of Winemakers.
The Divnomorskoye Estate wines invariably become winners and prize-winners of the prestigious international annual Mundus Vini competition, which is held in Germany:
- 2014 - seven gold medals (Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Traminer 2012,Riesling 2012, Pinot Blanc 2012, Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Chardonnay 2012 West Slope 2012) and one East Slope 2012 silver medal);
- 2015 - Gold ("Blanc de Noir 2012");
- 2016 - Gold and Silver (Syrah 2013 and Grand Cuvee 2012 wines).
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