Wine is a fairly common alcoholic drink that is consumed by both men and women around the world. Many argue that he was born in the vineyard, where nature itself created the conditions for the appearance of a noble refined taste. Clean air, sunrays, freshness of lakes - all this fills the vine with great natural strength.
In Russia, one of the most common alcoholic beverages is Villa Victoria wine, which is an example of a modern chateau. They produce it in Semigorye, in a place that is a natural masterpiece. The drink is characterized by a combination of climate, soil and terrain where the grapes grow.
A bit of history
Not so long ago, the wine "Villa Victoria" began to be produced, a photo of which you can see in our article. Its history has many interesting points. So, at the place where the vineyards were to be planted, a bell was found that made an unusual sound. And he appeared there in the nineteenth century, after the end of the war in the Caucasus.
At that time, the colonists settled here, who founded the villages and farms. Residents of one of the farms, where Semigorye is now located, were engaged in viticulture. The people then believed in God and called their farm Church. People ordered bells for themselves, the ringing of which would warn about the time of prayer. This bell gave the name of the wines from this vineyard.
"Villa Victoria" is a wine that its producer S. Yanov named after his wife. He set up his enterprise with the conviction that nature must be respected. The first grapes were harvested here in 2011, it was the Sauvignon Blanc variety.
Wine "Villa Victoria": a brief overview
In the described vineyards, berries of such varieties are cultivated as Pinot Noir, Cabernet, Merlot, Chardonnay, as well as Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris. Of these, they make wine, which both domestic and foreign critics appreciate.
It should be noted that all products of the company have a rating above eighty points. All wines go well with pastes, white meat dishes, cheeses, fish and light snacks. Wine "Villa Victoria" has a straw color with a flesh-colored presence.
The aroma of the drink is fruity, contains shades of flowers, pepper, lime and honey. The taste of alcohol is full, fresh and enveloping, acidity is felt in combination with sweetness, the finish is long, creamy or mineral. Wine is served at a temperature of twelve degrees Celsius.
Production technology
The exquisite wine "Villa Victoria", reviews of which confirm its excellent taste characteristics, is made from carefully selected grapes, from those vines that are three years old. It is being prepared on modern equipment using resource-saving technologies.
The berries are crushed, the resulting wort is left for fermentation on the pulp. The mass is periodically mixed. After the fermentation process is completed, 40% of the wine is aged in wooden barrels, and the rest of it - in stainless steel barrels. Aging is carried out for eight months, after which the wine "Villa Victoria" is bottled. The drink is obtained with a fortress of thirteen degrees and a velvety aftertaste. The production of this alcohol is ecological, and resource conservation is respected.
Composition, nutritional value, price, storage conditions
“Villa Victoria” produces mainly varietal wines, and only two copies are assorted, which are produced under the brand name “Sofia”. They are named after the granddaughter of the head of the company.
The shelf life of all wines is unlimited, with proper storage conditions. And it is necessary to store it in dry, dark rooms, where there are no extraneous odors, at a temperature of no higher than twenty degrees Celsius.
Wine "Villa Victoria" may contain various grape varieties, and no harmful substances were found here. The strength of all drinks is thirteen degrees, nutritional value is 60 kilocalories per 100 grams of alcohol. This is due to the fact that all wines are dry.
There are no food additives in the drink. It is produced in bottles of 750 grams, and the price of one bottle is approximately 850 rubles. Currently, the company produces two lines of wines, which includes nine drinks with different names.
Reviews
Today, Russian wines are popular with consumers. So, the wine "Villa Victoria", customer reviews is positive. Some buyers note the full soft taste of the drink, containing notes of flowers and fruits, honey and oak. The aftertaste of the wine is also pleasing, it is long and light. The notes of cream and caramel are felt.
The aroma of an alcoholic drink, according to reviews, is quite pleasant, fruity in combination with floral. The cost of one bottle of such wine, according to most, is acceptable, almost anyone can buy it.
Currently, the products manufactured by Villa Victoria have won numerous awards at the most prestigious competitions both in Russia and abroad. These alcoholic drinks are constantly participating in various exhibitions.
The company has a license, so wines can be found in many restaurants and shops of the Kuban, it also has its own store, located directly on the highway. The company constantly organizes excursions and tastings, therefore, has many fans among the Russians. Many experts claim that Villa Victoria wines are in no way inferior to European drinks, which are made in certain regions, which are considered ideal for creating such drinks.
Finally ...
The Yanov family realized their idea and created a Burgundy-style farm. Wine is produced at the highest winery in the Anapa Valley, near Semigorye, at an altitude of 290 meters above sea level.
By the way, the manufacturer is considering planting vineyards even higher. Initially, the plan was to plant 51 hectares of vineyards, but at present only 39 hectares have been planted. All seedlings are purchased in France.
Villa Victoria aims to produce high quality drinks. The company, although young, managed to make itself known on the wine market, gathering a circle of admirers of good wines. Today, every connoisseur can choose the right wine for himself, which has an acceptable cost.
S. Yanov notes the most titled wine - Cabernet Fan, which claims to be the best in Russia. This complex drink has velvet tannins and a high shelf life (more than fifteen years). Drink from Pinot Noir grapes is original, it goes well with barbecue and Caucasian dishes. He has a lot of fans.
Summary
Thus, at present, the Russian wine market is flourishing, a large number of high-quality alcoholic beverages are produced annually, which have a refined and unique taste. They have a lot of fans all over the country. The company continues to grow and prosper.