Asconi Agor Liqueur Red Wine
Fortified / Liqueur Red Wine · Asconi Winery
Vintage: Non-Vintage
Type
Fortified / Liqueur Red Wine
Producer
Asconi Winery
Country
Moldova
Vintage
Non-Vintage
Region & Appellation
Codru, Republic of Moldova
Grape Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blend, crafted in a rich fortified style
Color & Appearance
Deep, impenetrable ruby-black color with a garnet rim, showing high viscosity and slow-moving legs on the glass.
Aroma Profile
Intense bouquet featuring dried black fruits like prune and raisin, complemented by secondary notes of cocoa, roasted coffee beans, and tertiary undertones of leather and sweet pipe tobacco.
Tasting Notes
A luscious and warming initial impression that expands across the mid-palate with layers of dark berry compote, sweet spices, and chocolate. The finish is long, velvety, and gently warming with lingering notes of dried fruit and vanilla.
Flavor Profile
Prominent flavors of black cherry, dark chocolate, plum jam, fig, and a touch of sweet oak spice with a rich, unctuous profile.
Body & Texture
Full-bodied with a rich, velvety, and smooth mouthfeel that coats the palate with luxurious density and extract.
Acidity & Tannins
Moderate, balancing acidity that prevents the wine from feeling cloying, paired with soft, well-integrated, velvety tannins.
Sweetness Level
Sweet / Liqueur style with elevated residual sugar balanced by alcohol and fruit intensity.
Alcohol Content
16.0% ABV
Aging & Oak
Aged in oak barrels which imparts subtle notes of vanilla, toast, and sweet spice, rounding out the robust structure.
Food Pairings
Ideal with rich chocolate desserts, blue cheeses like Roquefort, or enjoyed on its own as a digestif by the fire during autumn evenings.
Serving Suggestions
Serve slightly chilled or at cool room temperature around 16-18°C in a standard red wine or port glass. No decanting strictly necessary.
Price Range
$15 - $25 USD
Quality Assessment
Solid premium tier offering exceptional value and a unique expression of Moldovan winemaking tradition.
Production Methods
Fermentation halted through fortification to retain natural residual sugars, followed by maturation in oak vessels.
Terroir
Continental climate of Codru with rolling hills, limestone-rich soils, and moderate rainfall providing ideal conditions for fully ripened red varietals.
History & Heritage
Asconi was founded in 1994 and has grown into one of Moldova's most modern and internationally recognized wineries, blending ancient winemaking heritage with contemporary techniques.
Interesting Facts
The bottle is distinctively hand-wrapped in a textured, fabric-like finish, making it a popular choice for gifts and souvenirs from Eastern Europe.
Cellaring Potential
Ready to drink now but can hold and develop further complexity in the bottle for another 3 to 5 years if stored properly.
Similar Wines
Massandra Red Likernoye, Kagor style dessert wines, or basic Tawny Ports.