Băbească neagră

Băbească neagră is a red grape variety native to Romania and Moldova that makes light-bodied, fruity wines with cherry flavors and a considerable acidity. It is primarily grown in regions like Moldavia, Dobruja, Wallachia, Romania, and Orhei and Straseni, Moldova.

The grape is highly valued for its ability to withstand cold temperatures and its clonal variations, including pink and white-berried mutations. Historically, it has been associated with the famous Purcari wines in Moldova.