Cotnari is generally considered at its peak after three to four years in bottle, but the best examples can continue to mature and develop for ten years or more. Of particular interest is the description of the native Romanian varieties. This is an old Romanian variety and is grown in most vineyards, especially in Moldavia and Transylvania. At Cotnari, the Feteasca Alba yields natural semi-sweet and sweet wines produced by separate or assorted vinification. The variety originates from Transylvania and is grown in most vineyards.
Wines ranges from table to high quality ones.
They are dry, fresh and have high acidity and a specific flavor. This grape belongs to the old Cotnari vineyard, where it has been grown since the days of Stephen the Great. It is picked when is shrivels and is attacked by botrytis cinerea. It is used for the production of high quality aromatic wines. Tamaiosa is usually released for sale as an aged wine when the frankincense character of the fruit is overlaid by a developed, honeyed bouquet.