Domeniul Coroanei Segarcea is a vinicultural exploitation and winery based in Segarcea, near Craiova, and one of the most appreciated wine producers in the country. But apart from being a successful modern business, it boasts with a long-standing, kingly history.
Vine-growing has been one of the main occupations of the Romanian people for centuries, but the south-western part of Wallachia had always had something special, as the wines obtained from the grapes harvested here were much appreciated. It was only a matter of time until they were to be discovered and transformed into a symbol of the Romanian wines. In 1884, after King Carol I fell in love with the picturesque image of the amphitheatre-shaped hill on which the vines were planted, he decided to incorporate this land to the Crown’s domains. The wines produced at Segarcea bore the crown of the Romanian wines and accompanied the country’s kings and important figures to all the grandiose diplomatic receptions and banquets of that time.
During those golden years from the beginning of the past century, the secrets of top quality wine-making was hidden inside one of the most beautiful wine cellars and wineries in the country, also known as the Palace of Wine. Richly decorated in royal style, the recently renovated cellar was used for various steps in the long process of transforming grapes into one of Europe’s best wines.
Nowadays, Domeniul Coroanei Segarcea is a modern winery, where the wine-making process combines the love and passion for wine with state-of-the-art technologies. Modern tools are used by professional oenologist to control and ensure the high-quality of the wines that have been awarded numerous medals in profile competitions around the world.
If you want to taste the preferred liquor of the kings of Romania, Domeniul Coroanei Segarcea provides a wide range of types of wines from the Prestige and Elite lines. Those who enjoy a dry wine can choose from the Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Fetească Albă and Riesling Italian types. While the first two types of wine perfectly pair pork and game dishes, the latter ones are an ideal option for accompanying fish and sea food. A special wine among the winery’s offer is the Tămâioasa Roza, a unique variety of salmon-coloured wine with rose, orange and grapefruit flavour.
Apart from the regular 750ml bottles, customers can find the delicious wine in practical bag in box for Cabernet Sauvignon and Riesling Italian, as well as in the easier to transport 3L and 5L bottles formats. Either you are going to a business lunch in an elegant environment, to a romantic dinner with your loved one or to a picnic in the countryside with your friends, the wines from Domeniul Coroanei Segarcea will make you feel like a king.
How to get there:
Domeniul Coroanei Segarcea is situated 25km south of Craiova. From Craiova, take the European road E79 to Podari, in the direction of Calafat. At the exit from Podari, leave E79 and turn left on DJ561 to Segarcea.
At the entrance in Segarcea, on the right side of the street there is a sign showing the entrance to the winery. Turn right on Deleni Road and then right again on Dealul Viilor Street and continue driving for 1.5km before you reach your destination.
Contact:
Dealul Viilor Street, no 108, Segarcea
T: +40 251 210 516
F: +40 251 210 521
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