Vinica Mavrud 2019, Zagreus Winery, Thracian Valley, Bulgaria

Style: Savoury & Complex

Grape Varieties: 100% Mavrud

Ageing: 18 months in new Bulgarian oak barrels

Winemaking: Hand-picking of the grapes in the middle of September. Amarone style of wine making - the grapes are sorted and then dried for two months in open and well-ventilated place achieving a natural concentration of sugars, acidity, colour and flavours, before crushing, whole bunch fermentation and oak maturation.   

Tasting Notes: Exclusively extractive and full-bodied wine. Complex fruity-spicy aroma with notes of vanilla, chocolate and dried fruits. Rich and balanced taste with velvety tannins and extremely long finish.

Food Match: Roast beef, steaks, venison, mature cheeses.