Seen from above, the landscape unfolds in a vast expanse of green, traced only by three parallel roads intersected by two others, all set far apart from each other. Between them, nothing but vegetation — and upon closer inspection, one area stands out through the symmetry of vineyard rows, neatly aligned in perfect order. A small orchard separates the vineyard from the winery.
At ground level, access to the property is through a gate framed by red brick pillars; to the right, the eye is drawn to a house with the personality of the old and unconquered, while straight ahead lies the vineyard in all its splendor — 3.13 hectares in the heart of the D.O.C. Miniș / Crișana wine region.
Here, Cabernet Sauvignon is cultivated using sustainable viticulture methods (the organic certification process for both the vineyard and the wine began in 2022). The grapes are vinified as a single varietal, and the winery holds vintages over ten years old, made from vines aged between 35 and 50 years.
An additional feature that gives the estate a unique potential is the land subdivision – there are nine intravilan (buildable) plots, each with easy access (asphalt or gravel roads), utilities on site, and the possibility to build holiday cottages or bungalows. This configuration allows for the development of a tourist and leisure area, offering guests the opportunity to enjoy the complete vineyard and wine experience. The property includes vineyard maintenance services, as well as the full infrastructure necessary for premium wine production – from grape to bottle, under the Protected Designation of Origin (D.O.P. Miniș). There is also the possibility to store the wine produced in the estate’s cellars, while the central area of the property can host private events or wine tastings in an authentic, rustic, and elegant setting.
Wine has been produced in Birăuaș since 1801, at that time under the name Josef Domany Estates, official supplier to the Imperial Court of Vienna, which obtained the title of K.U.K. Hoflieferant in 1899. Active again since 2002, the property now owns the most valuable part of these former estates — three wine cellars and part of the old vineyard. The vines embrace not only the land but also the corners of the house, climbing gently around old wooden shutters and up to the eaves. Alongside the low stone fences separating the areas and the wooden pillars supporting heavy red-tiled roofs, the breeze whispering through the ripe grape clusters tells the story of a life fulfilled through passion and dedication to nature.
The Miniș wines were awarded in London (1862, 1876) and Budapest (1875, 1884) and have not lost their value today, continuing to receive awards and maintaining an average rating of 3.8/5 on Vivino. These wines have excellent aging potential, being barrel-aged in French oak, and the sale package includes approximately 20,000 bottles of premium bottled wine.In addition to the winery and winemaking equipment, the property also includes a mini-distillery (a Christian Carl column still with trays) where high-quality distillates are produced from wine and pomace (“Grappa”), as well as a special fortified wine (“vin de noix”).
The property is sold as a fully functional business, including all equipment and machinery for wine production, distillation, and vineyard processing (complete list available upon request), along with a comprehensive branding and e-commerce package (new website, integrated online shop, logo rebranding, labels, business cards, wine list, etc.), domestic retail contracts (resellers/distributors and specialized venues). Next to the vineyard are two traditional houses (colne, built in the mid-19th century) totaling 380 sqm, arranged as tasting and relaxation spaces, a 210 sqm production building, 200 sqm of vaulted cellars, covered terraces, and an attic of approximately 200 sqm suitable for conversion.
D.O.C. Miniș Vineyard - Cabernet Sauvignon – 12 years old, approx. 4,800 vines/ha on 3.13 ha and fruit orchard