Solevari Pinot Noir 2022, Romania

It’s easy to think of Romania as a ‘new’ wine-growing region, but in fact grapes have been grown here for thousands of years. The Recaş vineyards date to 1447. After a few dark decades under communism, the winemaking scene began to rekindle in the 1990s, and investment and innovation has led to a boom in quality. The rocky soils of Timiş County have proved ideal for wine cultivation. When you look beyond classic Burgundy, you can find delicious Pinot Noirs that deliver great value and pair brilliantly with food. With cherry, cranberry, blueberry and vanilla flavours, this smooth, medium-bodied red is a natural partner for chef Bartlett’s smoky aubergine recipe.

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