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Aged 6 months in French oak, it carries subtle spice and a satin texture, lifted by fine, medium tannins and a lingering peppery finish.\u003cbr\u003eChateau Purcari, established in 1827 by Tsar Nicholas I as Bessarabia’s first winery and located just 30km from the Black Sea, has earned global acclaim for its refined reds and whites crafted from both local and international grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🍽️ Moldovan sarmale | Grilled lamb kebabs |  Stuffed mushrooms with herbs \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🍇 100% Rară Neagră\u003cbr\u003e🍷 13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"the velvet bottle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42575647408187,"sku":null,"price":67.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/3082\/8859\/files\/PurcariNocturneRaraNeagra2021_5a9d8ccc-32f4-4fda-9b5d-c2ca77c825ab.png?v=1780376485"},{"product_id":"purcari-freedom-blend-2020","title":"Purcari Freedom Blend 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003e✨Silver Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards 2022✨\u003cbr\u003e✨Vintage 2020 Special Ukraine Tribute Edition✨\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA bold expression of unity and spirit, crafted from three indigenous grapes. 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