COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
Chenin Blanc
PRODUCER
Alterego
REGION
Codru
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Altego Chenin Blanc is an elegant dry white wine from the Republic of Moldova, crafted from grapes grown on one of the country's northernmost vineyard plantations. This unique northern terroir, characterized by cooler microclimates and gentle sun, allows the Chenin Blanc grape—a variety relatively rare in Moldova—to develop a refined and highly expressive character. The producer, Alterego, focuses on showcasing the potential of international varieties adapted to Moldovan soils, creating a modern, dry white wine that bridges classic European winemaking with Eastern European terroir.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Sourced from one of the northernmost vineyard plantations in Moldova, benefiting from a cooler microclimate that preserves high natural acidity.
Fact 02
Chenin Blanc is a highly unusual and rare grape variety to find planted in the Republic of Moldova, making this a unique terroir expression.
Fact 03
The name 'Altego' represents the winery's philosophy of creating an alternative, modern expression of Moldovan winemaking.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness from the northern vineyards of Moldova. Upon arrival at the winery, they undergo gentle pressing followed by temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the vibrant primary fruit aromas and crisp natural acidity characteristic of the Chenin Blanc variety. The wine is kept on its fine lees for a short period to add subtle texture and complexity before being stabilized, filtered, and bottled young to maintain its fresh, energetic profile.
