Codru Wine Region

Infobox Moldova Wine Region
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Codru Wine Region is a wine region in Moldova.

The central zone is the most industrially developed zone of Moldova. This is the site of the greater part of Moldovan vineyards (60%), and the majority of primary winemaking and bottling enterprises are also located here.

The forests, hills and rolling countryside typical of this region protect the vineyards from winter frosts and dry summer winds. It is the best area for Feteasca, Sauvignon, Riesling, Traminer rose and Cabernet production. There is also a famous microclimate zone in this region - the Romanesti - the former wine-making Imperial colony of Romanov dynasty. This is the place to sample the best white and sparkling wines, as well as the so-called "divines" (fortified wines) and sherries.

In the Codru zone are also the most famous cellars of Moldovan wines – Cricova, Milestii Mici and Branesti. These have the capacity for millions of decalitres of wine and spirits, and enjoy ideal conditions for the storage of wines and their aging – 12-14 degrees Celsius and 80% humidity. The cellars are located deep underground in the shell rock excavation, from which the city of Chisinau was built.

Wineries

There are folowing wineries in the region:
*Romanesti;
*Cricova;
*Milestii Mici...

External links

* [http://www.vinmoldova.md/eng/section/35/ www.vinmoldova.md - Basic Moldovan zones for growing grapes]