1Ostrov
Klassifiziert📍 Ostrov
Soil:Loess over limestone
Varieties:Fetească Regală, Riesling Italico, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot
Wine centre (centru viticol) of the Ostrov podgorie, DOC origin.
Danube Terraces · Sub-regions
Ostrov
Ostrov, Băneasa, Oltina and Aliman opposite Silistra: warm Danube terraces, warm reds and a table-grape tradition.
2Wineries
Grape Varieties
Fetească Regală, Riesling Italico
Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Fetească Neagră
Most Famous Site
Ostrov
Vineyard Area
4.000 ha
Harvest
September – October
TERROIR PROFILE · Danube Terraces
Ostrov Ostrov – Hot and dry
Ostrov, Băneasa, Oltina and Aliman opposite Silistra: warm Danube terraces, warm reds and a table-grape tradition.
☀ Warm · Dry · Sunny⛰ Slope: gentleFetească RegalăRiesling ItalicoSauvignon BlancMerlot
What is terroir? →SOILS
Loessround, fruity, full
Loess stores water and nutrients. Wines tend to be rounder, juicier and fuller.
Limestoneprecise, mineral
Limestone delivers tension, structure and a cooler, more mineral character.
CLIMATE · Warm · Dry · Sunny
Hot and dry
TOPOGRAPHY · gentle
Ostrov, Băneasa, Oltina and Aliman opposite Silistra.
WHAT IT MEANS IN THE GLASS
ripearomaticindigenousregional character
Typical Flavours of the Region
Riesling
WhiteApplePeachCitrusApricot
Sauvignon Blanc
WhiteGooseberryNettleBoxwoodGreen pepper
Cabernet Sauvignon
RedBlackcurrantBlackberryCedarwoodGraphite
Merlot
RedPlumBlack cherryChocolateTruffle
Fetească Regală
WhiteGreen appleCitrusWhite blossomPear
Fetească Neagră
RedBlack plumBlackberryPruneClove
Region aroma cloud
ApplePeachCitrusApricotJasmineSlatePetrol (with age)GooseberryNettleBoxwoodGreen pepperLimeElderflowerBlackcurrantBlackberryCedarwoodGraphiteBell pepper
→ Aroma wheel and variety profilesDanube Terraces overview
This sub-region is part of Danube Terraces. The map shows all 2 sub-regions — Ostrov is highlighted.
Overview
Wineries2
Detailed profiles2
Typical Varieties
Fetească Regală
Riesling Italico
Sauvignon Blanc
Merlot
Cabernet Sauvignon
Fetească Neagră
Terroir & Climate
Soil Type
Loess over limestone
Climate
Hot and dry
Classified Single Vineyards
4 sitesThe most important classified single vineyards in the region. Classification per VDP (German Prädikat Wine Estates Association) and traditional vineyard registers.
2Băneasa
Klassifiziert📍 Băneasa
Soil:Loess over limestone
Varieties:Fetească Regală, Riesling Italico, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot
Wine centre (centru viticol) of the Ostrov podgorie, DOC origin.
3Oltina
Klassifiziert📍 Oltina
Soil:Loess over limestone
Varieties:Fetească Regală, Riesling Italico, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot
Wine centre (centru viticol) of the Ostrov podgorie, DOC origin.
4Aliman
Klassifiziert📍 Aliman
Soil:Loess over limestone
Varieties:Fetească Regală, Riesling Italico, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot
Wine centre (centru viticol) of the Ostrov podgorie, DOC origin.
Sources: VDP, state vineyard registers, Wikipedia vineyard articles, traditional vineyard literature.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which grape varieties define Ostrov?
The key grape varieties in Ostrov are Fetească Regală, Riesling Italico, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The best-known vineyard is Ostrov.
When is the best time to visit Ostrov for wine?
The harvest in Ostrov takes place September – October – when vineyards and cellars are busiest. May to July suits tastings without harvest bustle; many estates open their tasting rooms off-season by appointment.
What does the terroir of Ostrov taste like?
Soils: Loess over limestone. Climate: Hot and dry. Together they shape structure, acidity and aromatics – see the terroir profile above.
How many wineries are there in Ostrov?
Cellarmap lists 2 wineries in Ostrov across roughly 4,000 hectares of vines. Every profile shows location, contact, grape varieties and, where available, vineyards, classification and visitor information.
Which is the most famous vineyard in Ostrov?
Ostrov is regarded as the most famous vineyard of Ostrov. The vineyard overview on this page shows which estates farm it.
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