Gramofon Wine

At the Valea Verde Retreat we have set out to create a true rural retreat that provides our guests with all basic comfort whilst preserving the simple, authentic charme of a Saxon farmhouse in the middle of a breathtaking natural setting. As a German tour-operator states : „The true Romania can be found best in the villages“! We share this view and would like to warmly invite you to visit us in in the tiny transilvanian village Cund! Experience the authentic hospitality of a Transilvanian village, find a „home away from home“ in lovingly restored and tastefully furnished old farmhouses set in a breathtaking natural environment and find out more about he exciting and diverse history and culture of this country! Our family is living and working mainly in Cund since 1994 and for a few years we are restoring dilapidated old farmhouses. We currently offer accommodation in four self-catering farmhouses, two Guesthouses with seven apartments and a small Restaurant at the Valea Verde. We also offer a wide range of special recreational activities: our well educated riding horse offer an excellent means of exploring the beautiful fields, valleys and hills on a horseback! Should you be interested in crafts, our master carpenter would love to welcome you in his workshops and for those interested in painting & sketching, Theobald Fuchs is offering art classes. We also offer cycling tours with our quality bikes as well as great seasonal offers like truffle hunting! For years we have dedicated ourselves to the preservation of this village, which is very special to us - a place, where traditional and natural concepts are transparent and where there is room for reflection & relaxation. The encounters between guests and local community are not only a cultural enrichment (for all..), it also constitutes a true contribution to the development of this village. Sensitive rural tourism offers a perspective for the young people to remain in their home communities and creates qualified workplaces. In addition to this, we are actively involved though our registered charity to further the education of children and preserving the rich gifts of nature.

There are wines for occasions, VINARTE turns every day into an occasion

MARCEA - A new story in the ancient vineyard of Ștefănești. On the highest hill of Ștefănești, an area where wine is a millennial tradition, a new story of Romanian viticulture is being born, where the modern merges with the traditional. 25 hectares of young plantations and a winery with ultra-modern technology created to highlight the huge potential of the Ștefănești wine-growing area.

Domeniul Bogdan was born from a dream…the dream of producing exceptional and natural wines. We started our journey in 2011, when we planted our vineyards in Dobrogea, the land between the Danube and the Black Sea, in the well-known wine region of Murfatlar D.O.C., close to Pestera village, a region with tradition in cultivating grapes since ancient times. Then followed study trips in the fascinating world of wine and in the end we learnt that the secret of a very good wine lies in the very good quality of the grapes. Hence our choice to cultivate the entire area according to the principles of biodynamic viticulture – the Life forces science, the cultivation system with the most holistic approach, this being our vision regarding the future of agriculture towards healthy food. This is how the first biodynamic wine farm in Romania came into being. Respect for Life in all its forms is the base of our philosophy: respect for Nature, for the Earth, plants, animals, insects, the environment of the people working in the vineyard and, last but not the least, of the people who consume our wines. We are convinced that high quality grapes can be obtained only by observing and respecting the principles and rhythms of Nature, this cultivation method allowing the terroir to express itself by developing authentic flavours and by producing wines with character. Our intention is to integrate sustainable biodynamic viticulture with the latest wine-making technologies, in order to achieve our goal: producing exceptional wines. The cultivated varieties, all in a biodynamic way, are the following: • Fetească Neagră • Pinot Noir • Syrah (Shiraz) • Merlot • Riesling • Muscat Ottonel • Chardonnay • Sauvignon Blanc • Cabernet Sauvignon • Tămâiosă Românească

Țelna Winery draws its sap from the Alba Iulia Vineyard, one of the oldest Transylvanian vineyards. Sard, Telna, Cricau and Ighiu form the "heart of the vineyard".   The vineyard has a privileged geographical position, at high altitude, over 600 m, sheltered from winds, cold currents or mists, with a mild climate and long autumns that leave the grapes to rest to ripen leisurely.   The entire winemaking process is led by a team of Italian oenologists and specialists.   Excavated 20-25 meters below the hill that guards the mansion, in 1784, the cellar of Telna is unique in the region. Having the shape of the "U" letter, it is not less than 150 meters long and 6 wide. Here, the temperature (10-11°C) and humidity (98-100%) are constant throughout the year thanks to the noble mold and natural ventilation. Țelna Winery organizes tours according to the following schedule: • Monday - Saturday: 9:00 - 18:00 • The last tour of the winery starts at 4.30 pm. • The winery tour without tasting lasts 20 minutes. • The wine tasting tour with 4 wine tastings lasts 60 minutes. • On Saturday, both the winery tour and the tastings are made with prior appointment, at least 24 hours before the visit. • During the week, from Monday to Friday, the winery tour without wine tasting does not require an appointment, and the one with wine tasting requires an appointment at least 24 hours in advance.

 Located in Dobrogea, on the banks of the Danube, between the Cochirleni and Rasova villages, the Domaine DUMETRIER complex includes a vineyard, a wine cellar, as well as a hotel, a spa, a restaurant and a farm that will be the supplier for the restaurant. The hotel will also offer a bar and a conference room, while the spa will have two saunas, two massage rooms, a Turkish bath, an indoor and an outdoor pool. In this harmonious and sustainable universe, we want to offer our guests a unique experience that brings together wine, gastronomy, architecture, nature, people and culture. We paid special attention to the architecture of the entire site, so that the winery and the rest of the two hectares’ complex integrate naturally into the Danube landscape. The Domaine DUMETRIER vineyard is located 7 km away from the winery, near the Danube banks, covering 2 hills on an area of ​​73 ha. It was planted in 2011 protecting the characteristics of the chosen terroir. In this balanced, ecological environment, we also integrated rarely planted varieties in Romania such as Malbec, Mourvèdre and Semillon. Classic varieties such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon blanc, Merlot, Cabernet sauvignon, Syrah and a very rare but known Romanian variety Negru de Drăgășani are also present. We want the vine to transmit to the grape and wine composition the characteristics of the terroir whose maximum components have been protected. Our grapes are harvested manually, are ecological and we apply a minimum of controlled treatments by daily checking the vineyard and the weather conditions. Each Domaine DUMETRIER wine expresses the purity of the variety, the genuineness of the fruit, the expression of the terroir and goes through a rigorous internal selection. The construction of the winery will be completed at the end of 2022, while the hotel, restaurant and spa will open their doors to welcome guests at the end of 2024.

Crama DeMatei means a unique terroir that stretches over 80 hectares around the two hills, Tegăneanu and Zorilor, on which grows a vine that is over 40 years old. It's a terroir that demands respect, craftsmanship and painstakingness to express itself through large wines with very good ageing potential, which has been proven by every edition of Prince Matthew wine since 1998. Then it means the skillful hand of the man who cares for and preserves the vine and who knows how to choose and capitalize on each bunch. I understood, however, that in order to bring out the best in our terroir, tradition must go hand in hand with technology for greater precision in the winemaking process. It is from this fine balance between man, nature and technology that the wines of the Prince Matei Domains are born and grown. Number de hectars: 100 hectares Wine bottled annualy: 200.000 litri Types of grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Fetească Neagră, Fetească Albă, Fetească Regală. În 2021 au fost plantate soiuri noi, printre care Tămâioasă Românească, Cabernet Franc și Petit Verdot. Wine Brands: Prince Matei, Petit Matei, Domeniile Prince Matei, Domeniile Prince Matei Bistrot, Nasty. Prince Matei Prince Matei, a terroir wine, has its roots on the austere terraces of two hills: Tegăneanu and Zorilor. Over 40 years old vineyards, clay, gravel, and limestone create the complex personality, intensity, and finesse of this wine. Its history of over 20 years allows us to confidently appreciate its evolution over time. Even if the wine can be enjoyed after simple aeration in the glass, we recommend decantation of 20-30 minutes for a superior experience. Petit Matei Petit Matei, like the well-known Prince Matei, is also the product of the exceptional terroir from the Zorilor and Tegăneanu hills. Seductive from its first years, it is a supple and velvety wine, with fresh, intense, and juicy fruit aromas. Sensational even from the first moments after opening, you can aerate it in a decanter for 20-30 minutes for a superior experience Domeniile Prince Matei The Prince Matei Domains wine range represents a new generation of wines from Dealu Mare, one of the most celebrated Romanian wine regions. Modern and elegant, each wine can be appreciated alone or paired with food for a gastronomic experience. Feteasca Neagra grapes are part of each blend, even vinified in white! Domeniile Prince Matei Bistrot There are not many more graceful moments than those spent at the restaurant, when delicious dishes, along with the right wine, offer experiences that nourish the body and the soul. Nasty The terroir and craftsmanship of Dealu Mare meet the strong personality of a winner, Ilie Năstase. The result is an expressive wine for the champions.

The story of DRADARA has its roots in the land that lies quietly on Dealul Mocrii. The wine from Mocrea barrels was enjoyed by the nobles of the past, the important guests of the prince of Transylvania and the barons of the Vienna Court, because here, just like today, good and honest wine was found. Dradara vineyard stretches over 19.65 hectares of volcanic soil, on the coast of Mocrii Hill, the Miniş-Măderat Vineyard, which watches over and listens to the secret of white, red and rosé wines. Here, the sun is in no hurry and rises an hour later: thus, the vines and the grapes enjoy a slow and quiet ripening. Planned varieties: Fetească Neagra, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvginon, Sauvignon Blanc, Fetească Regală, Muscat Ottonel, Palava

We occupy the first place on the Romanian wine market according to the turnover from 2020 being, at the same time, the largest exporter of bottled wines in Romania (responsible for about 55% of all local wine that reaches the border). We have partnerships in several countries, including: England, Germany, Sweden, the United States, Canada, but also Japan, Korea and Malaysia. We exploit an area of ​​approximately 1,150 hectares of vines located in Recaș and Miniș, benefiting from a production and storage capacity of approx. 32,000,000 liters per year. Our winemakers Hartley Smithers (Australia) and Nora Iriarte (Spain) were included in the list of the 100 best winemakers in the world in 2020, following the ranking made by the international profile magazine The Drinks Business. We cover a wide range of market segments, from entry level (Schwaben Wein, Huniade Castle), to premium (Sole, Solo Quinta, Selene, Muse) and super-premium (Cuvee Uberland, La Stejari), imposing a taste diversity of ranges from white, dry, fresh or barricaded, to sparkling and dessert wines. Out of respect for wine and consumers, we remain one of the Romanian producers who have always focused on the balance between technological innovation and investment in human development, in order to continue the trend set over time: that of quality.