A Taste of Moldova Is Coming To The Cotswolds

May 5, 2009 - PRLog -- Not many people have heard of Moldova, in fact most people’s response on hearing the name will be to ask where it is.  However, the small former Soviet state has something very special to share with us; it’s wine. John Gordons, an independent wine merchant based in Montpellier Cheltenham, has ordered its first delivery of wine from a new wine importer whose sole purpose is to bring quality Moldovan wine British wine lovers.  To celebrate, the wine merchant will be offering people the chance to try these exciting new wines during a tasting evening held at his bistro on Wednesday 13th May.  

Moldova has a rich history of expert wine production; the inhabitants of the territory that comprises modern Moldova have practiced the art of wine making since at least the 8th BC. It has the best potential of all former Soviet states for growing excellent quality international varieties of grape and its viticulture can be characterized as continental. Although its climate is more like that of Burgundy, its latitudes are similar to those of Bordeaux, between 46° and 48°.

Although Moldovan wines are little known outside its borders, London based wine importer Imperia UK has spent the last few months working hard to introduce the sophisticated British wine drinker to the joys of Moldovan wine.  Managing director Tomas Lankutis has been thrilled by the response he has already had, “I am delighted by the reaction we have had from the people that we have approached.  Once people have heard the fascinating history of the country and tried our fantastic wines they have been keen to pass their discovery on.”

Speaking of the wines John Gordons owner Gordon Duff said, "I look to offer my customers something different, a little unusual.  With Moldovan wines I can recommend something new; they are decent, drinkable wines which have a fascinating history.  They have been overlooked for far too long".

Customers are advised to purchase their tickets for the event quickly as tasting events at John Gordons are always very popular.  For more details on the event or to reserve tickets please contact John Gordons on 01242 245985.

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By personally visiting the vineyards, inspecting storage and bottling methods and equipping ourselves with knowledge of the region where the grapes were nurtured, we are able to select only the very best wine to bring into the UK, enabling our clients to offer something special and unique to their customers. As we have exclusivity on the distribution to UK clients, you can be assured to be a step ahead of your competitors in your ability to provide these historical and special wines to your market.