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Oltenia Wine Region Guide

Oltenia is a wine region in south-west Romania, stretching over the hills along the Olt River. It is known for Drăgășani, with native grapes such as Crâmpoșie Selecționată and Negru de Drăgășani, and for reds from Segarcea.

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About Oltenia Wine

Soil
Clay, sandy, brown forest soils
Climate
Continental with Mediterranean influence
Drăgășani, a historic vineyard revived for native grapes like Crâmpoșie Selecționată and Novac
Oltenia is a wine region in south-west Romania, stretching over the hills along the Olt River. It is known for Drăgășani, with native grapes such as Crâmpoșie Selecționată and Negru de Drăgășani, and for reds from Segarcea.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oltenia known for?
Oltenia is known for the Drăgășani vineyards on the Olt River, which specialise in native Romanian grapes, and for Segarcea and Sâmburești reds.
What are the main grape varieties grown in Oltenia?
Crâmpoșie Selecționată, Negru de Drăgășani, Novac, Fetească Neagră, Tămâioasă Românească, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir are all important.
When is the best time to visit Oltenia for wine tasting?
Harvest takes place from about September to October, which is a lively time to visit. Late spring through early autumn (May to October) is ideal for wine tasting, while winters are cold.
How do I get to Oltenia?
Craiova has an airport, while Drăgășani is also reachable by car from Bucharest in a few hours.
What are the main wine areas in Oltenia?
Key areas include Drăgășani, Sâmburești, Segarcea, Banu Mărăcine and Plaiurile Drâncei in the far south-west.
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