Winery "Divnomorskoe Manor": assortment of wines, reviews

In Russia, there is no better place for winemaking than the Krasnodar Territory, generously endowed by nature with an abundance of sun and heat, a mild climate and wonderful air saturated with phytoncids.

In the village of Divnomorskoe, which is part of the resort zone of Greater Gelendzhik, on the Black Sea coast there are the southernmost on the territory of the Kuban picturesque vineyards and winery enterprise "Usadba Divnomorskoe". Terroir is unique: vineyards are located on the seashore, surrounded by boron of the famous Pitsunda pine on a vast stony plateau, sunny and hot, blown by a fresh sea wind.

Winery Divnomorskoe: description

The winery occupies about 30 hectares. The base for wine is created by 15 classic varieties of grapes. White grades ("Eastern slope"): vion, gevurtztraminer, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot blanc, Saperavi, Sauvignon blanc, Muscat. Red varieties ("Western slope"): Marseille, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Syra. The wine "Divnomorskoe Manor", a protected geographical name, is made from berries collected from the Rauscedo kennel brought from Italy.

The winery is built of environmentally friendly materials, mainly wood, and equipped with modern equipment. It is located near the vineyards, organically inscribed in the landscape, being partially recessed in the mountainside.

The natural and climatic conditions of the village Divnomorskoe

All experts-enologists (specialists in wine technology, evaluating vineyards, samples of water, soil and wine) agree that the characteristics of the terroir contribute to the creation of wines with a unique, rich and bright pattern.

In Divnomorsky, although the hottest on the entire coast, but a mild climate, there is little precipitation here. Stony soils with a lot of limestone, marl and rubble in their composition are ideal for placing vineyards. The dryness of the soil stimulates the grape bushes to develop a powerful root system and protects the roots from the causative agents of various diseases.

Pine forest, stretching from Divnomorsky for many kilometers in the direction of Dzhanhot, creates a shield that naturally protects vineyards from piercing winds from the mountains. Unique properties of the grapes yield winds blowing from the sea. They harden the vines, ensuring a constant airing of the vine bushes with sea air.

In the winery area there are no industrial facilities, so the ecological situation here is also favorable.

Features of the technology of wine production

The terrain on which the vineyards are located is such that all work on them has to be done manually. The vines are planted on the slope, which is breaking to the sea, only a person can get to them.

To fill the lack of moisture in dry times, the vineyards are equipped with a drip irrigation system. The production facilities of the state-of-the-art winery use the latest technologies and equipment.

To prevent oxidation of wine materials and the development of microflora on their surface during long-term storage, inert gas, nitrogen, is used in production tanks. Pressed grapes on the line of acceptance with the help of vacuum membrane presses, then enters the closed stationary tanks of huge size from stainless steel. The process of vinification is hidden from prying eyes, it occurs in vats of different volumes under the strict supervision of the workers of the winery. In barrels from the French and Caucasian oak, the organoleptic characteristics of the drink develop. A special room is equipped for withering grapes.

A distinctive feature of the production of white wines is that they can not be kept in oak barrels.

Products of the brand "Manor Divnomorskoe"

The foundation date of the winery is 2010, the first vintage was released in 2012, its presentation took place in autumn 2013 in Moscow at the Baltschug Hotel, the second vintage was released in 2013 and presented in spring 2015.

The collection is represented by sixteen excellent varieties, including 6 white and 6 red dry wines, three kinds of sparkling wine and one white sweet wine. Assortment of wines "Manor Divnomorskoe" belongs to the protected name of place of origin. The line includes two assemblies ("Eastern slope" and "Western slope") and a number of mono-sour wines of classical varieties.

Each product name is produced and produced in strictly limited quantities - in batches from 3.5 to 20 thousand bottles per year. The label shows the individual number of the bottle. The total production is more than 100 thousand bottles per year.

The level of prices (this is one of the most expensive Russian wines) is determined by the fact that they belong to the premium class, as well as the high cost of production of the drink. The wine-making enterprise is part of the Abrau-Durso holding company, so you can purchase brand products in the branded stores of this group of companies. Also Divnomorsky 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

The characteristics of dry white wines of the "Divnomorskoe 2012" series are presented in the table.

Assortment of dry red wines

The table below gives the characteristics of dry red wines of the "Divnomorskoe 2012" series.

Sparkling and sweet wines "Manor Divnomorskoe"

Champagne "Russian white extra brut mature 2012" has the characteristics indicated in the table.

The only sweet white wine "Divnomorskoe 2014" - "Muscat Ottonel" is golden in color, with muscat aroma with shades of citrus and dried fruits and a long aftertaste.

Wine "Divnomorskoe Manor": reviews

Unfortunately, due to the high price, these wines, oriented to the premium audience, are inaccessible to ordinary consumers. Therefore, judging the quality of the products of the young brand is not according to the feedback of customers on the Internet, but according to the estimates of professionals and true connoisseurs.

Despite the youth of the company, which is part of the Abrau Durso group, the wines have already repeatedly won significant large tasting competitions, where recognized international wine experts serve as judges. World critics give high marks to the quality of Russian wine "Manor Divnomorskoe."

The corporate design of the outer packaging is exquisite and stylish, which also speaks of the high quality of the product. In the image of the logo there is a sea shell - rapana, and in the laconic design of labels are used pictograms of grapes, waves and pines - symbols of the Black Sea coast.

Victory at prestigious tasting contests

The first award was the bronze medal of the prestigious International Wine Competition, the 2014 Wine Competition in London, which was awarded the Chardonnay 2012 wine. Then there were four bronze medals at the International Wineand Spirits Competition - 2014 (Cabernet-Sauvignon 2012, Chardonnay 2012, Sauvignon-Blanc 2012 and Oriental 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"). At the competition "Cup VVER-2015" in the framework of the All-Russia wine-makers summit wines of gold medals were awarded to "Syrah 2013" and "Marcelan 2013".

The wines "Manor Divnomorskoe" invariably become winners and prizewinners of the prestigious international annual competition Mundus Vini, which is held in Germany:

• 2014 - seven gold medals (Sauvignon-Blanc 2012, Traminer 2012, Riesling 2012, Pinot-Blanc 2012, Cabernet-Sauvignon 2012, Chardonnay 2012, Western Slope 2012) and One silver medal "Eastern slope 2012");
• 2015 - gold ("Blanc de Noir 2012");
• 2016 - gold and silver ("Sira 2013" and "Grand Cuvée 2012" wines).