Cricova Winery

Cellars of Cricova are the house of a remarkable collection of wines – The National Oenotec. This comprises a series of unique historical exhibits, for example the world's only bottle of the priceless "Jerusalem of Easter" vintage 1902. German Field Marshal Hermann Göring’s private collection of wine is also there. It was brought to Moldova by the general during WW II to be close to him at the Eastern front. Politicians, celebrities, and collectors from around the world have special collections here. Including, John Kerry, Vladimir Putin, and Angela Merkel. At this moment, the Collection is formed from about 1,3 mln. of bottles. It is hard to say a concrete figure that would correspond to its real price.

Cricova Cellars are a really remarkable place of the world, where history, archeology and art of winemaking are united into one, thus they gave birth to such miracle as Subterranean Galleries, a real Subterranean City. Avenues, streets, lanes...only the names they carry are unusual: Cabernet, Dionis, Feteasca, Chardonnay, Sauvignon...; according to the wine variety kept in oak casks found in the adjacent niches. These are situated at a depth of about 80m (90 yards) under the ground, with subterranean galleries that stretch out at a length of more than 70 km (43  miles). Cricova has been declared a national cultural patrimony by law. "Cricova" enterprise is the only Moldavian company that was granted the highest recognition - the Order of the Republic. 

Tastings are held in one of the 5 underground tasting halls: "European Hall", "Casa Mare", "Sea-Bottom", "Presidential Hall", "Fireplace Hall". These big halls are spacious and likable. Cricova Cellars will certainly leave a strong impression and unforgettable memory to each visitor.