Sandanski Misket 2019, Orbelia Winery, Struma Valley, Bulgaria

APPELATION: Struma Valley, Bulgaria

GRAPES: 100% Sandanski Misket - the signature white local Bulgarian grape variety of Struma Valley

VINEYARD: All the grapes are coming from Orbelia’s own vineyards – 0.3 hectares of 36 year old vines and 1 hectare of vines planted in 2015 near Starchevo village.

WINEMAKING: Entirely by reductive technology where only the free run grape juice is used. Controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks aiming to showcase the specific varietal characteristics of the Sandanski Misket. After fermentation the wine is kept on the lees for further 6 months.

TECHNICAL FACTS: ABV 13%, Total Acidity: 6.46 g/l, Residual Sugars: 3.2 g/l

COLOUR: Pale golden colour with green hues.

NOSE: Intense aromas of green fruits combined with gentle white flowers and citrus.

PALATE: Lovely juiciness with very pleasant fruit notes followed by a long, fresh and aromatic finish.

FOOD MATCH: Fish, Seafood, Salads, Vegetable dishes, Asian dishes.

PRODUCTION: 3100 bottles