TASTING NOTES Prowein 2016

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1 TASTING NOTES Prowein 2016 National Office for Vine and Wine 162, Stefan cel Mare bd, Chisinau, Moldova, MD

2 WE ARE PLEASED TO WELCOME YOU TO WINE OF MOLDOVA. WE INVITE YOU TO DISCOVER THE STORY BEHIND OUR WINE. The Wine of Moldova has always been described by legends. The most famous one is about a stork who brought fresh grape to starving Moldovan warriors and gave them the power to prevail. Crafted for centuries and generations of winemakers, today the Moldovan grape is expressing itself through unique wines ready to conquer the world. Through hard work and perseverance, the Wine of Moldova is a legend full of passion and life more than ever. Wine of Moldova A Legend Alive We invite you to become part of our legends and enjoy our wine. Dumitru MUNTEANU Director National Office for Vine and Wine Republic of Moldova 8 1

3 OUR WINE HAS BEEN CRAFTED BY GENERATIONS OF WINEMAKING IN THE LARGEST WINE CELLARS OF THE WORLD APPRECIATED BY PEOPLE IN THE EAST AND THE WEST SUPPORTED BY LEGENDS EVERYONE CAN EMBRACE Moldova is a fertile land, on which generations of winemakers crafted our wine with passion and dedication. Past and present intertwined in our legends, inspiring the future of our victories. Shaped as a bunch of grapes, Moldova is situated in the South-East of Europe, sandwiched between Ukraine and Romania, in the Black Sea basin, where the vine originates. The history of Wine of Moldova is vast, the first vines were recorded here 7000 years BC, while, according to archeological relics, five thousand years ago (3000 BC) Dacians (Thracians) were able to make grape wine. One verse in the old Iliad poem (8th century BC) says: Greek warriors went to Thracia to find wine. Viticulture reached its highest level of development during middle ages, in the 15th century, during the reign of Stefan the Great. experts, has aligned to the European and international standards, preserving at the same time its century old traditions. The industry employs about 250,000 people and generates an estimated 3.2% of GDP and 7.5% of the country s exports. Result of the same reforms is the creation of The National Office for Vine and Wine (NOVW), responsible for sector administration and promotion of Moldovan wine abroad. Recently, 75 mln EUR funds were attracted for investments in modernization and the production of wines with protected geographical indication. Furthermore, Wine of Moldova as a generic country brand was created being a part of comprehensive marketing program aimed to foster and consolidate export efforts by ensuring quality control and assuring a unique visual identity Following the annexation to the Russian Empire in 1812, winemaking drove the interest of the Russian aristocrats and Moldovan wine that will serve as an umbrella for all quality Moldavian wines. The became prestigious at the Tsar s residence and also in Europe. financing of the Wine of Moldova program is sourced The first Gold Medal wine from Moldova was awarded already at the through the National Fund of World Exhibition in Paris back in Vine and Wine - formed 50/50 2 Currently the wine industry is privately owned and, as a result of significant legal and sector reforms, with support of international by the contributions of the state and the private sector. 3

4 Moldovan Wine Regions The Grape Country Unique Terroir Passion For Wine N E Telenești Orhei Călărași Romănești Dubăsari Nisporeni Chișinău Ialoveni Bulboaca Hîncești Tiraspol Răzeni IA 4 Divin- is a PGI for the quality brandies, produced accordingly to a special method, through the double distillation, and aged in contact with oak. Fălești AN Balti - is a region situated in the Northern part of Moldova. It is known for the production of brut wines which is used for making wine distillates, brandies - "Divins", and alcoolized wines. Bălţi M Codru - is located in the central part of the country, covered by ha of vineyards. It has a fragmented relief of valleys, dales and many small rivers. The oak and linden forests account for 25% of the territory, influencing the micro-climate of the region. This zone is favorable for growing varieties for white wine (Feteasca Alba, Muscat, Traminer, Chardonnay, etc.), fine red wines and sparkling wines. The famous underground wine cellars Cricova and Milestii Mici, as well as most of the other wineries are located in this region. Rașcov RO Stefan Voda - is a wine region in the South-East of Moldova, at a low altitude, which includes the Dniester terraces. The dominant soils are brown chernozem and podzol and the climate is moderately continental, with Black Sea influences. The ha of vineyards offer balanced wines with a rich bouquet and particular traits. Rara Neagra is an indigenous variety used to make the wine Negru de Purcari. Other European varieties which have adapted perfectly to this terroir are Feteasca Neagra, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, etc. AI KR U Valul lui Traian (Trajan s Wall) - includes forest steppe plains and plateaus, with aerated soils, covered with ha of vineyards. It has a warm climate with influences from the Black Sea and the forests in the Tigheci Hill. Being specialized in the production of red wines (65 %), the region is also known for its liquorous wines (Ciumai, Trifesti, etc.). It is located between the two Trajan s Walls that used to protects the Roman Empire from barbarians. Căușeni Cimișlia Purcari Tigheci Comrat Trifești Ciumai 5

5 Grape Varieties In Moldova Viticulture in Moldova follows international trends and includes west-european, Caucasian and also indigenous grape varieties. Vineyards cover 112 thousand ha planted with Vitis Vinifera, of which 70% are white varieties (Rkatsiteli, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Aligote, etc.), preponderantly in the Codru zone and 30% are red varieties (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Saperavi, etc.) typical for the southern regions. Aromatic varieties account for 36% of the vineyards. The authenticity and uniqueness of Moldovan wines is represented by the indigenous varieties, which account for 10% of the vineyards: Feteasca Alba, Feteasca Regala, Feteasca Neagra, Rara Neagra etc. Feteasca Alba This variety has been cultivated for centuries in this region. The wines made from it are fine, with floral aromas, light and fresh. As a result of natural cross-breeding with Furmint, Feteasca Regala was obtained, which is another indigenous variety. Feteasca Neagra With a history of over 2000 years, this variety originates in Moldova, in the Prut river valley. Wines made of it stand out by their rich bouquet of forest fruit and wild cherry gem aromas, as well as the long and fruity after-taste. TOTAL VINEYARDS Ha 10% local grapes 73% european grapes 17% caucasian grapes Rara Neagra Cultivated as early as in the Geto-Dacian times, it has been perfectly adapted to the sunny slopes in the south of Moldova. Wines made of this variety are very fresh, soft in the taste, with notes of dry fruit and vanilla. 6 7

6 Albastrele Wines Company combines the traditional wine-making techniques and modern innovations to create delicious high-quality wines. Being on of the first private wine-making company in Moldova, we gained a wide experience of using extraordinary terroir and rich soils of Moldova and of harvesting great grapes from Ha of own vineyards. We put our soul to create notable wines which gained over 350 medals at the most important international wine competitions since Taking Root Sauvignon Blanc 2015, Albastrele Wines 121, Muncesti str. Chisinau, Republic of Moldova, tel.: /+ 373/ vnivnea@albastrele.com Marketing&Sales Director - Veaceslav Nivnea Taking Root Pinot Grigio 2015, ALIANTA-VIN, 38, Orheiului Str., Straseni, Republic of Moldova Postal address: 9, Gr.Vieru Blvrd, Offices , Chisinau, Republic of Moldova tel./fax: /+373/ info@aliantavin.md; alianta1994@mail.ru; Sales&Marketing Manager - Blagodeteleva Anna Sales&Marketing Director - Wanda Festishina Still & sparkling wines producer since ALIANTA-VIN has a well-equiped winery, situated in the unique CODRY wine growing region, in Straseni town. Located in the very heart of Moldova, the wine estate is surrounded by own vineyards. Close location to vineyards, old winemaking traditions combined with modern techniques and professional approach, allow to create elegant wines and offer unique products. ALIANA-VIN 's export geography covers 17 countries in Europe, Asia and overseas. Chisinau Vechi Brut 2014, White sparkling wine Chisinau Vechi Merlot 2014, Cuvee Aleksander, White sparkling brut Podium Rosé 2014, 11,5 % vol. alc. Rosé semisweet wine Chisinau Vechi Muscat 2014, 11,5 % vol. alc. Chisinau Vechi Saperavi 2014, Podium Muscat 2014, 11,5 % vol. alc. White semisweet wine Chisinau Vechi Feteasca 2014, Bestseller Kagor % vol. alc. Red liquor wine 8 9

7 The Company ASCONI has acquired a reputation for providing high-quality value priced products customized to the needs of specific markets, thereby achieving a strong market position in each of the major markets. The Company believes that its market leadership is primarily attributable to the strategy of quality prone production, building strong relationships with major distributors, and ensuring reliable delivery of sustainable quality products. Chateau Asconi Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, 14 % vol. alc. ASCONI village Puhoi, district Ialoveni, Republic of Moldova, tel.: /+ 373/ ; asconi@asconi.md Sales Director - Andrei SIRBU Sol Negru Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Sauvignon, 12,.5 % vol. alc. Basavin Winery Basavin Winery, 205 K. Marx Str., Basarabeasca, Republic of Moldova tel.: /+ 373/ office@basavin.com Sales Director - Igor Dragnev The Basavin Winery Holding is proud with its participation in all the stages of wine making that includes grape growing and processing, maturing process and wine bottling. The main objective behind these efforts is to ensure the full satisfaction of the consumer of the Basavin Winery wines. The Basavin Winery Holding has successfully combined the secular traditions and modern technologies of wine producing countries. Today we can confidently affirm that Basavin Winery sets the standards for quality wine producers in the Republic of Moldova. Merlot, Sol Negru Merlot 2012, Sol Negru Chardonnay 2012, Pinot Noir Rose, Rose semidry wine Pinot Franc, Asconi Pinot Grigio 2014, Asconi Feteasca Alba 2014, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, 10 11

8 Bostavan Winery - the leading producer of high-quality wines in Republic of Moldova, with exports in over 25 countries of the world. Founded in 2003, it owns over 70 awards at Decanter, Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, IWSC etc. Bostavan has a processing capacity of 20,000 tones of grapes per season and sold over 10 million bottles only in the last year. Via Etulia Chardonnay 2013, Region: Valul Traian VINARIA BOSTAVAN 43 Hancesti Str., Chisinau, Republic of Moldova, MD-2028 tel.: /+ 373/ , g.meriacre@bostavan.md EMEA Area Development Manager - Grigore Meriacre Via Etulia Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Region: Valul Traian Merlot 2012, 14,8 % vol. alc. Castel Mimi 1st Dacia Str. Anenii-Noi, Republic of Moldova tel.: /+ 373/ office@mimi.md Sales Manager - Alexandru Puiu The first wine chateau, Castel Mimi Winery in Moldova, was founded in 1893 by Constantin Mimi the last Governor of Basarabia. Castel Mimi was the XXth century glory of Moldovan wines. The vineyard and the winery are located in Bulboaca village, in the Codru wine region. This creates a unique microclimate and a very good terroire, as a result having intense and aromatic wines. Spread over an area of 5hectares, Castel Mimi, includes winery, a hotel and a restaurant, a wine shop, underground cellars, tasting rooms, an art gallery and a museum. Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, 14,3 % vol. alc. Via Etulia Merlot Rose 2013, Rose dry wine Region: Valul Traian Dor Rară Neagră & Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Red dry whine Region: Valul Traian Rose cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Rose semidry wine Pinot Gris 2015, Dor Traminer & Chardonnay 2014, Region: Valul Traian Icewine Muscat Ottonel & Traminer 2014, 10,5 % vol. alc. White desert wine Region: Valul Traian Ice Wine Rkatiteli 2013, 11,5 % vol. alc. White sweet wine Kahor 2012, Red sweet wine 12 13

9 Chateau Vartely 170/b Eliberarii Str., MD-3501 Orhei, Republic of Moldova, tel.: /+ 373/ ; General Director - Ludmila Gogu Château Vartely is a modern winery, producer of high-quality wines from European and indigenous grapes. The area of Château Vartely vineyards is 250 hectares. Vartely wines have already earned experts recognition winning numerous awards at Mundus Vini, Decanter, IWSC, Vinalies Internationales. Chateau Vartely also is a Culture and Leisure Resort. In the court yard of winery there is a restaurant, tasting rooms and three original small houses of the hotel type. Vartely, thus becoming a true chateau. INDIVIDO Traminer & Sauvignon Blanc 2015, INDIVIDO Feteasca Neagra 2014, 14,0 % vol. alc. Chi Vintage Chardonnay 2013, Cimislia Wineries 77, V. Aleksandri Str., MD 4041, Cimislia, Republic of Moldova, tel.: /+ 373/ egencheva@albastrele.md Export Sales Manager - Gencheva Elena Cimislia Wineries owns 6 wineries in the South and Central part of Moldova, provided with the new equipment and about ha of agricultural lands. Due to the individual approach to each market the company developed a good distribution network in different countries all over the world. Currently, Cimislia Wineries exports to more than 20 countries all over the world: Sweden, Poland, Czech Republic, Romania, Germany, Japan, USA and others. Chi Vintage blend, INDIVIDO Rara Neagra, Malbec & Syrah 2014, 14,5 % vol. alc. INDIVIDO Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, 14,5 % vol. alc. Chi Vintage Cabernet Sauvignon, Chi Vintage Feteasca Neagra, Taraboste Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, 15% vol. alc. Ice Wine Muscat 2011, 10,5% vol. alc. White sweet wine Chi Vintage Merlot 2013, Chi Vintage Brut, sparkling, White brut wine 14 15

10 Cricova JSC 1 Ungureanu Str., Cricova, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova, MD 2084 tel.: /+ 373/ ; office@cricova.md; anticamera@cricova.md Marketing Manager - Sorin Maslo; /+373/ ; sorin@cricova.md The Integrated Wine Producing "Cricova" JSC, famous in the whole world for its unique Underground cellars and for its excellent wines was founded in The Cricova Cellars are the place where history, archeology and the art of winemaking have joined together into a whole giving birth to a true miracle. With a length of more than 60 km, these labyrinths are enjoying a unique microclimate, which offers optimal conditions for storing and ageing high quality wines. Cricova Cuvée Prestige 2012, White Sparkling brut wine Crisecco 2014, White Sparkling brut wine Dionyos Mereni JSC is a wine estate with 150 hectares of hillside vineyards around the village of Mereni in the central part of Moldova. The unique location and the design of our vineyards allow as to produce top quality wines with unique character. Dionysos Mereni is a leader in premium wine production in Moldova. Carlevana Rubinus 2011, Dionysos Mereni tel.: /+ 373/ mereni@dm.md Constantin Stratan Carlevana Raritet Rara Neagra 2014, Cricova Blanc de Noir 2012, White Sparkling extra brut wine Feteasca Alba Orasul Subteran 2014, Carlevana MERLOTAGE 2014, Carlevana Merlot 2014, 14 % vol. alc. Codru 2011, Vin Virgin 2011, 14 % vol. alc. Carlevana Cabernet Sauvignon rose 2015, 14 % vol. alc. Rose dry wine Carlevana Chardonnay Rezerva 2014, 16 17

11 Doina Vin is a family run business that has been crafting quality wines since We are one of the biggest wine producers and exporters in Moldova with more than 10 European and local grape varieties spread over 200 hectares. It s our pleasure to introduce you to our three wine families: Melancholia offers semi-sweet wines whose popularity dates back to the tsarist times. Heritage brings together select wines for those finer things in life. Contempo hosts 6n, our new brand which caters to those who challenge the status quo. Cagor Sobornii 2015, 11 % vol. alc. Red semi-sweet wine Doina Vin V. Alecsandri 82A, MD-2012 Chisinau, Republic of Moldova tel.: /+373/ , fax.: /+373/ marketing@doinavin.md Director - Feodosie Bors Sweet Lady 2015, 11 % vol. alc. Red semi-sweet wine Fautor 23/2 Petru Movila Str., Chisinau, Republic of Moldova, MD 2004 tel.: /+ 373/ , , fautor@fautor.md Sales Manager - Ruxanda Lipcan The family company "Fautor'' was founded in the late XXth century. The path traveled was marked by awards and achievements, but at the basis of success stands the experience and enthusiasm of the family members and the talent of winemaker. Within the years of the winery has been equipped with advanced technology and new vineyards have been planted to reach its present size of more than 350 ha. Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Merlot 2012, Merlot 2015, 6n Muscat 2015, White semi-dry wine Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Traminer 2014, 14 % vol. alc. 6n Pinot Noir 2015, Red semi-dry wine Cuvee Blanc 2014, Illustro 2011 Chardonnay- Sauvignon Blanc - Rhein Riesling, 12,8 % vol. alc

12 Wine International Project 143, Vasile Alecsandri Street, Chisinau, MD-2005, Republic of Moldova, tel/fax: /+ 373/ , Sales manager Pîrlog Iurie "Wine International Project" S.R.L. was established in It holds the stocks of the oldest well-know wineries of the Republic of Moldova: Ciumai JSC, Trifesti JSC, Ceba-Vin JSC and Ungheni-Vin JSC. The range of our wines & strong beverages under the Garling Collection trademark makes up a bright collection, which includes strong beverages: brandy, divin (cognac), balsam spirit drink, distillated spirits & wines. Due to the fact that the company owns over 600 hectares of vineyards in the most favorable areas in the Republic of Moldova. "Maurt" SRL 36/2 Drumul Viilor str., Chisinau, Republic of Moldova tel.: /+ 373/ , fax: /+373/ info@maurt.md Director general - Aurel Trofim MORAR The company MAURT been initially a small family business, now turned into one of the leaders company in alcohol and beverages production. The company remains loyal to the traditions that have been laid down at the beginning of its way: it creates a range of high-quality and inexpensive alcoholic products. Riesling, 12% vol. alc. Merlot, 13% vol. alc. Bacio di Bolle Grande Cuvee Brut, White Brut Sparkling Wine Bacio di Bolle Grande Cuvee Brut Gold Edition, White Brut Sparkling Wine Regiune: Codru Vinolei, 11% vol. alc. Red semisweet wine Granat, 11% vol. alc. Red semisweet wine Bacio di Bolle White Moscato, 7 % vol. alc. White Sparkling Wine Bacio di Bolle Fragolino, 7 % vol. alc. Rose Sparkling Wine Ungheni, 40% vol. alc. Dark balsam Garling 5 years, 40% vol. alc. Amber divin 5 years Casa Amati Merlot, Marshal (Divin) 5 years, Amber-Coloured 20 21

13 Migdal P is a joint stock company established on 21 September Migdal P holds approximately 400 acres of own vineyards of European grapes varieties and is located in Codru wine region. Migdal-P exports wines abroad in Europe, ISC, China, Vietnam, Korea, Canada and UK. The company owns two Italian bottling lines, which have a producing capacity of 15 mln. bottles per year. Migdal-P is in top 5 biggest companies in Moldova that produce and export wine abroad. Codru 1989, Migdal-P 4 Piata Veche Str., Chisinau, Republic of Moldova, MD-2005 tel.: /+ 373/ info@migdal.md Sales Manager - Pinzari Sergiu Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Mold-Nord 1 Stefan cel Mare Str. Falesti, Republic of Moldova, MD 5902 Office: 23/13, Petru Movila Str., Chisinau, Republic of Moldova, MD 2004 tel.: /+ 373/ , office@mold-nord.md; Head of Sales Department - Buiucli Kristina JSC Mold-Nord is a professional management company from Republic of Moldova, which for over 50 years had been embodying the best traditions of wine-making and the production of strong alcohol drinks. Denovi Free Alcohol Wine 2014, 0,5 % vol. alc. Red semisweet wine Difruct Cherry 2014, 10 % vol. alc. Fruit semisweet wine Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Merlot 2012, Negru de Iar, Reserve 2009, 12,5-14,0% vol. alc. Denovi Merlot 2011, Chardonnay 2014, Muscat 2014, Crideni Gold Muscat, aged in oak barrels for 1year 41 % vol. alc. Crideni Silver Cherry 41 % vol. alc

14 SC Nis Struguraş SRL was founded in 1990 in Nisporeni town. Its main activity is the production of sparkling wines of special quality which are made by the method of secondary fermentation in tanks under the pressure or so called Charmat method. Winery is located in the Central winemaking zone of Moldova Codru, which climate conditions provide favourable grown of grapes used for production of the high quality sparkling wines. Wines of the company SC Nis Struguraş SRL are well known at the Moldovan market and exported in more than 10 countries of the world. Nisporeni Brut White 2014, 11,5 % vol. alc. White brut wine Nis-Struguras LTD 28E Fyntynilor Str., Chisinau, Republic of Moldova tel.: /+ 373/ info@dionis.md Commercial Director - Radu Ieseanu Nisporeni Semidry White 2014, 11,5 % vol. alc. White semidry wine Negru de Purcari 2010, 14 % vol. alc. Purcari 43 Hancesti Str., Chisinau, Republic of Moldova, MD-2028 tel.: /+ 373/ , g.meriacre@bostavan.md EMEA Area Development Manager - Grigore Meriacre Purcari Winery founded in 1827 is Moldova s most celebrated winery. Its first gold medal was awarded in 1878 at the World Exhibition in Paris. Along time, Purcari wines won more than 160 medals at the most prestigious international competitions like Decanter, Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, Challenge International du Vin, as well as the recognition of the Royal House of Great Britain. Purcari wines is produced according to the French technology: solely barriques from Mercier, Seguin Moreau and Renou are used for aging. Alb de Purcari 2012, Nisporeni Muscat Rose 2014, 11,5 % vol. alc. Rose semidry wine Roșu de Nisporeni 2014, 11,5 % vol. alc. Red sweet wine Vinohora Rara Neagra & Malbec 2014, 14% vol. alc. Vinohora Feteasca White & Chardonnay , Nisporeni Petian Semisweet White 2014, min. 9 % vol. alc. Petiant semisweet wine Nisporeni Petiant Muscat Semisweet White 2014, min. 9 % vol. alc. Petiant semisweet wine Vinohora Rose 2015, 14 % vol. alc. Rose dry wine Freedom Blend 2011, Regiune: Stefan Voda 24 25

15 Salcuta Salcuta v. Causeni District, Republic of Moldova, tel.: /+ 373/ ; Sales Manager - Nicorici Mihail; Director - Pislaru Sergiu Joint-Venture SALCUTA LTD is the wine-making enterprise and is located in the homonymic village Salcuta, Causeni District, in the Southern-Eastern zone of Moldova, which was called as the heart of wine-making. It is commonly known that good wine can be produced only, when it is really possible for wine-maker to control the whole production cycle from planting of vine seedlings to wine bottling and delivery of goods. Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Merlot 2013, The Company manages to convince the whole world of the sublime quality of Moldavian wines, by means of clever marketing and by concerning wines to different aspects of Moldavian culture. The wine produced by Holding SUVOROV-VIN strictly complies with the strict requirements of wine-making. And this is not surprising - the Company keeps a check on with the whole wine-making process: modern methods and techniques for grape processing, membrane filtration, cold-working and sterile bottling processes. Grand Moscato White 2014, 11.5 % vol. alc. White semisweet wine "Suvorov-Vin" LTD Columna 108 str., Chisinau, Moldova, MD 2012 tel.: /+ 373/ ; ; cojocaru@driada-wine.com Sales Manager - Cojocaru Adrian Grand Moscato Rose 2014, 11,5 % vol. alc. Rose semisweet wine Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Sauvignon 2015, Cabenet Sauvignon 2013, 13,2 % vol. alc. Red wine Merlot 2013, Red wine Tamaioasa de Salcuta 2015, 12.5 % vol. alc. Rose dry wine Merlot 2012, Sauvignon Blanc 2013, White wine 26 27

16 Vinaria din Vale 8 Basarabia Str., Cantemir city, Republic of Moldova tel.: /+ 373/ , sales@vinaria.md Comercial Director - Andrian Davidescu Vinaria din Vale is one of the most proeminent wine production companies in Republic of Moldova. The company has its own vineyards, thus is able to assure the quality control all the way throughout the process. The company was awarded at various national and international competitions; One of the most proeminent being Silver Medal at Decanter WWA for our Feteasca Alba Feteasca Albă 2013, Feteasca Neagra 2013, 14,5 % vol. alc. Carpe Diem is a trademark of SRL Vinfoteca & Co - a project initiated and supervised by Ion Luca a third generation winemaker. The focus of the company is on indigenous varieties and on blends based mainly on indigenous varieties. The grapes are from the wine region CODRU. The company is proud to be the first Moldovan wine producer that has brought indigenous varieties to an internationally recognized level: Gold medal for Feteasca Regala 2014 and Feteasca Neagra 2013 at Asia Wine Trophy Feteasca Albă 2014, Vinfoteca & Co 136, 3A Columna str., Chisinau MD2004 tel: /+ 373/ , ion.luca@winemoldova.com Director - Ion Luca Feteasca Neagră 2013, Merlot 2011, Rose 2014, Rose dry wine Feteasca Regală 2015, Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Chardonnay 2013, Rose dry wine 28 29

17 In the heart of geto-dacian historical domain, in the sunny site and strategic place, there, where the Great Stefan decided to build fortress on the bank of the river Nistru, and there, where voevodes took meal with a cup of wine there.. was born Vinaria DAC. Our mission and philosophy is to create special wines, which in afterwards will win consumers hearts, by its taste, quality, naturalness and in the same time will amaze with something that differs from common. Riesling 2014, 13% vol alc. VINARIA DAC 115/1 Calea Orheiului str. Chisinău MD -2020, Republic of Moldova tel: /+ 373/ Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, 13.5% vol alc. ET CETERA Crocmaz, Stefan Voda, Republic of Moldova, MD-4218 tel.: /+373/ , , ampelos@ampelos.md; etcetera@etcetera.md General Director - Luchianov Alexandru Et Cetera is a family adventure for growing best grapes on 33 ha of vineyards. The owners of the winery are two brothers Alexandru and Igor Luchianov, professionals and real amateurs of their work. The vineyards Et Cetera were planted in 2003 in unique micro-zone. Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Cuvee Rouge 2014, 13,5% vol. alc. Chardonnay 2014, 13% vol alc. Merlot 2014, 13.5% vol alc. Merlot 2012, 14,5 % vol. alc. Merlot 2014, 14 % vol. alc. Feteasca Regala 2014, 13% vol alc. Dac Reserva 2013, 13% vol alc. Chardonnay 2014, 15% vol.alc. Affinite 2014, 13% vol.alc

18 MINIS TERRIOS 38 Tudor Panfile str., MD-2049 tel: / prisacaru.dan@gmail.com Winemaker & co-owner Dan PRISACARU Minis Terrios are the small plots of land with a powerful character - a character that is conveyed to the people who work them, who make and taste the wine. Besides the berries carefully chosen, we ve put a good dose of love, enthusiasm and inspiration in our work as well as many dreams and plans to make the world a berry better. We are developing a new concept of winemaking that cares more about the people behind the scene. Cabernet-Sauvignon 2013, Feteasca Neagra 2014, 13,8% vol. alc. The Equinox Estate is a family business launched in The vineyard covers an area of only 4 hectares, which allows us to pay attention to every detail in order to produce great wines. In 2006 we started the conversion to organic farming, and the harvest of 2013 was the first to be certified organic. The Equinox wines bear the imprint of the vineyard location, and their personality is the result of successful connection between climate, careful work in the vineyard and attention to the winemaking. 5 ELEMENTE 2014, 13,8% vol. alc. Oange dry wine Crama Domnească str. Alba Iulia , Chișinău MD-2051, Republica Moldova tel: /+ 373/ costistratan@gmail.com Fondator - Constantin STRATAN Pinot Noir 2014, 14% vol alc. Minis Terrios Rose 2015, 13% vol. alc. Rose dry wine 32 33

19 S.A. Aroma mun. Chișinău, str. T. Ciorbă, 38, Moldova tel.: /+ 373/ ; Director- Vasile Bîlici One of the oldest winemaking companies in the Republic of Moldova JSC AROMA was founded in The Company is specialized on the distillation, production, bottling and distribution of strong drinks, predominantly on divin, a distinctly Moldavian product. Divin represents the name of cognac - like beverages, produced in the Republic of Moldova in conformity with the classic technology of cognac production. CEO Bardar Distillery tel.: /+ 373/ m.duca@bardar.md Mihai Duca Bardar Distillery starts its history in 1929, when the German entrepreneur Müller founds a small company for producing cognacs and wines. Bardar is an important winery and distillery in Moldova, with a broad variety of products: dry, semi-dry, semi-sweet and dessert wines, as well as brandies and cognacs. In the last few years, Bardar won over 27 medals. The company has a history of over 85 years in producing good quality cognacs. Aroma VSOP, 5 years Moldova XO, 7 years Bardar Silver VS, 3 years Bardar Silver VSOP, 5 years Chişinău XO, 10 years Lucezarnîi XO, 15 years Bardar Silver XO, 7 years Bardar Fidji XO, 10 years Dacia XXO, 25 years Bardar Fidji XO, 12 years Bardar Hors D age XO, 15 years 34 35

20 JSC Barza Albă 49 Victoriei Street, Balti, Moldova tel.: /+ 373/ , , Director General- Vladimir Tonciuc JSC Calarasi Divin 10 Calarasilor Street, Calarasi city, Moldova, MD-4401 tel.: /+ 373/ , Director- Bojic Vitalii JSC Barza Alba is one of the greatest producers of alcoholic beverages in the region. The company collaborates with the best distributors, and has outlets ranging from Australia to the USA, including the Russian market, the entire CIS territory, Germany, the Czech Republic, China and the Baltic states. Belîi Aist, 5years Dark golden-coloured Speranța, 9years Amber-coloured J.S.C Calarasi Divin is a company producing alcoholic beverages with a closed-type production cycle, having its own vine plantations on a surface of 600 ha, high quality distillation facilities and oaken barrels for the classical maturation of divins. The company is one of the oldest winemaking undertakings, being created in Currently, J.S.C. Calarasi Divin produces a wide range of alcoholic beverages: divin, brandy, strong flavoured alcoholic beverage, distilled brandy from wine, select and sparkling wine. Călărasi Legenda, 5years Amber-coloured Călărași Aurum XO, 10years Amber-coloured Luceafăr Status Regal, 12years Amber-coloured Grape / Wine Spirits from Sauvignon 1 Amber-coloured Codru, 20years 43 % vol. alc. Dark amber -coloured Prezident, 50years 43 % vol. alc. Amber-coloured Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Călărași demisec 2014, Wine sparkling wine 36 37

21 Key points to remember: Wine of Moldova has a millennial history, is supported by heritage and legends and is prepared for future endeavors Moldova, shaped as a bunch of grapes, has an unique geographical position, with terroirs suitable to harvest both European and indigenous vines Moldova has the largest cellars in the world- Cricova and Milestii Mici- that hold Guiness records Moldovan wine industry sector is being reformed to align to international standards Wine of Moldova is the national generic brand for quality wines 38