Famous for its deep ruby color in its dry red wines which are quite similar to the ones of Bordeaux, the history of Chateau Purcari Winery goes as back as the 12^th century when Moldova had been gaining quite the fame for its delectable wines. 

After having seen the similarities in the soil of Purcari to the Bordeaux area, the French colonists began to grow exceptional qualities of grapes perfect for vintage wine bottles in the vineyards during the 18^th century. The winery had gained quite a reputation because of the intense and complex flavors its wines had to offer, particularly the reds. Throughout the 18^th century, the Purcari wines were relished by both Nicholas I & II, who were the Emperors of Russia during that time, as well as Queen Victoria of Great Britain. The wines also received gold medals two eras later at the Agricultural Bessarabian Fair. 

It is was quite rare for a wine to be put in similar categories as that of Burgundy and Bordeaux wines, but the winery of Purcari had great potential and had successfully found its place in the top line. It had also found a great market in countries like Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Netherlands, and France, receiving international recognition. 

In the 1900s, the winemakers of Moldova reinstated the legacy of the Purcari wines, and today, the Chateau Purcari Winery stands on about 250 hectares of estate land solely expanded for winemaking. The Chateau Purcari Winery now has a global market in about 25 different countries which include China, UK, the US, Poland, Baltic countries, Czech Republic, Norway, Canada, etc. The winery has also won numerous awards, one in 2012, because of its Icewine which is raved about by people from all over the world. 

Chateau Purcari Winery is spread out in between the Black Sea and the Dniester River settled in the countryside midst fertile hillsides. Wine enthusiasts looking for an overall all in one package of good food, wine, and scenic beauty should most definitely book a ticket to see one of the finest wineries in the world. 

The lakes in the neighborhood have to offer various recreational activities including boating, fishing, and many other comforting quests in the countryside. You’ll also find great food including European and traditional Moldovan cuisine at the Chateau Purcari Winery. This is precisely why we feel that it can be an experience of a lifetime for any wine fanatic out there.