Fetească Neagră (Romania)
Fetească Neagră ("black maiden") is a thin-skinned red grape cultivated in Romania.
Its origin is believed to be in the historical region of Moldavia.
Fetească Neagră Flavors
Fetească Neagră is fruity, with aromas of dark fruit with and a spicy finish.
 Black Cherry |
 Plum |
 Blackberry |
 Herbs |
Flavors from Maturation and Aging:
 Oak |
 Toast |
 Pepper |
 Tobacco |
Fetească Neagră Profile
Fetească Neagră wines are typically fruity and medium-bodied, with firm tannins and moderate acidity:
| BODY: | Medium |
| TANNINS: | Medium |
| FRUIT: | Medium - High |
| ACIDITY: | Medium |
| ALCOHOL: | 14-15% ABV |
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Sugar < 4g/l Serving temperature: 15-16°C (59-61°F) |
About Mavrud
Mavrud is a red wine grape that is used as both a blending grape and for varietal wines.
It is native to the Balkan region and growns in Albania, in the Thrace region of Bulgaria, and some regions of Greece and Romania.
Fetească Neagră Food Pairing
Fetească Neagră goes well with most meat dishes and is also light enough to pair with chicken and fish dishes.
 Ham |
 Salami |
 Tuna |
 Spaghetti |
 Pizza |
 Bacon Burger |
 Taco |
 Wrap |
 Chicken |
 Pork |
 Lamb |
 Veal |
Excellent Pairings
Cured Meat. Smoked Ham. Salami.
Fat Fish. Tuna. BBQ Salmon.
Rich Sausages and Soups.
Tomato Based Dishes.
Pizza. Lasagna. Spaghetti.
Roasted Chicken. Lamb. Pork.
Hot Dog. Wrap. Taco.
Hamburger. Bacon Burger.
The Ideal Glass for Fetească Neagră
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The Bordeaux Glass was designed for enjoying fuller-bodied, tannic red wines. They are taller than other red wine glasses, and has a slimmer bowl. The tall size allows the bouquet of the wine to develop, smooth out rough edges, play down tannins, and allow the wine to achieve balance. The slimmer bowl directs the wine to the back of your mouth for a maximum taste. |
