In the heart of Dealu Mare region, in an area with sunny rolling hills, we find Budureasca vineyards - an ancient place with deep roots in the history of vine cultivation. The archaeological evidence found nearby suggests that this place has a rich tradition in vinification, dating since the time of the Dacians or even their ancestors, the ancient Thracians. It is not a coincidence that the language that Romanians speak today still holds quite a few Dacian terms of great significance in the field of vines cultivation. Words such as barrel, barley or grape show once again that the Dacian heritage in the creation of wines has been and continues to be of paramount importance. It is well known in Romanian history that, acting on the advice of his great priest, Deceneus, Burebista, a famous Dacian king, decided to burn the vines. Less known are the reasons behind his decision. It was not only to reduce the consumption of wine among the Dacians but more to diminish the invaders' interest in his territories. Currently, Budureasca wines are known and appreciated in Romania and all over the world for their unique characteristics, uniting the historical legacy of the terroir with the modern technologies adapted to the New World of winemaking. Budureasca vineyards are part of the famous Dealu Mare region (located in the Southern Subcarpathians) and spread over an area of approximately 275 hectares - of which 250 hectares were replanted, while the old vines were kept on 25 hectares. The area includes numerous hills and valleys, from the Teleajen River in the west to the Buzau River in the east. The hilly massif, with its southern position, is an ideal place for vine cultivation. The altitude of Budureasca vineyards ranges from 175m to 400m. The conditions favor in particular the production of red grapes, but white grapes also enjoy extremely favorable conditions, resulting in very aromatic and fruity white wines. An international oenologist with more than 30 years of experience in the field of winemaking, Stephen Donnelly is known around the world under the nickname '“Flying Winemaker”; or “Wine Trouble Shooter”. Stephen began his career in Napa Valley, studying at the famous Davis University in California and since then he has confirmed his talent, skill, and experience by creating exceptional wines in England, Hungary, South Africa, India, and now Romania.

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