Hailstorm 24 months
150,00 €
Variety: Blend of Melnik 55, Mavrud, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah
Alcohol: 14.5% vol.
Vintage: 2016
Vinification: Aged for 24 months in Bulgarian oak barrels.
Characteristics: A gift from nature, a symbol of surprise and synchronicity. A second batch of the wine, left for another 18 months in addition to the initial 24 in oak barrels to tame the wine’s exuberant character. It is distinguished by a dense body, explosiveness of dark fruits – blackberry, blackcurrant, black cherry, blueberry. The fruit is wrapped in shades of dark chocolate, coffee and sweet spices. Long finish and a hint of long development with notes of leather, tobacco and sweet smokiness. A wine that, left in the collection, will continue to give joyful moments in the coming years.
Limited quantity.
About the series
About the series
GOLD MEDAL
GOLD MEDAL – Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2019
5 of 5 STARS KA&TА
5 of 5 STARS in KA&TA catalog 2019
Характеристика
About the Variety
On July 1, 2016, hailstorm hit our vineyards. It destroyed 75% of our harvest. Leaves, branches and grapes were knocked to the ground and ruined.
After the hail, the stressed vines began to compensate for the trauma. They redirected all their vital energy to the few grapes that survived, and they were saturated with dye, flavors and aromas. We harvested these grapes and made the wine Gradushka from them – unique and unrepeatable – a symbol of nature’s wrath, but also of its miracles. A symbol of what God takes, but also gives.
The result – a wine with extraordinary concentration and power!
Location
Harsovo village, PDO Melnik
Подходяща температура
Decant before serving.
Tasting Notes
The aromatic profile impresses with an explosion of dark fruits – blackberry, blackcurrant, black cherry and blueberry. The fruit base is elegantly wrapped in layers of dark chocolate, freshly roasted coffee and sweet spices such as vanilla and cinnamon. The finish is long, noble and complex – with subtle accents of leather, tobacco and delicate smokiness.
Dark cherry
Blueberry
Dark chocolate
Coffee
Tobacco
Food Pairing
Game, veal, red meats.
Game
Viel
Red meat
Подобни продукти
| Type | Червени вина |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 0.75 л. |
| variety | Купаж, Мелник 55 |
| Packaging | Бутилка |
| Packaging | 0.75L |
| Затваряне | Корк |
| Vinification | Отлежало в бъчва |
| Brand |
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This selection was created for true connoisseurs and collectors who appreciate time, craftsmanship, and the rare character of every single drop.
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SWEET WINE BARREL AGED
Variety: Melnik 55- 100% (late harvest)
Current Vintage: 2018
Alcohol: 15,5%
Vinification:
The grapes were picked three weeks after the grapes for dry wines and left to further dry on racks in an airy place far from direct sunlight in order to additionally concentrate the sugars and aromas. 80g residual grape sugar/liter. No added sugar or sweetener.
Characteristics:
A dessert in a bottle – sensual, deep, velvety. It seduces with aromas of caramelized nuts, candied almonds, coffee, fig jam, and dark chocolate. Rich yet balanced – with sweetness that does not overwhelm and freshness that lingers. For special occasions and well-deserved pleasures.
About the Variety:
Melnik 55, also known as Early Melnik Vine, is a hybrid grape variety, a cross between the endemic Shiroka Melnik Vine and Valdiguié.
GSM (Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre) (Копие)
Variety: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
Current Vintage: 2021
Alcohol: 14,5%
Vinification:
The wine is a classic blend, crafted in the style of France’s Rhone Valley. It is a cepage – the three grape varieties ferment together, creating an exceptionally harmonious, smooth, and full-bodied wine. Fermented in stainless steel, without oak aging.
Characteristics:
It impresses with its energy and finesse – a fresh, elegant body with a pronounced fruit character and a harmonious finish. The perfect choice for those moments when wine is meant to inspire.
Aplauz MAGUM 1.5L Melnik 55
Variety: Melnik 55
Current Vintage: 2021
Alcohol:15 %
Characteristics:
Our Magnum bottles (1.5 L) embody the very best of Villa Melnik – exceptional red wines crafted with care, passion, and attention to every detail.
The wines stand out with full body, intense aromas, and remarkable depth of flavor. Thanks to the slower evolution in the larger bottle, Magnum wines reveal elegance, harmony, and longevity.
Created in limited quantities, Magnum bottles are the perfect choice for special occasions, collectors, and connoisseurs seeking something truly remarkable.
Chill Melnik
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Characteristics: Discover Chill Melnik – a unique, exceptionally fresh red wine crafted in the modern style of chillable reds. A contemporary and innovative take on the legendary native grape variety Shiroka Melnishka Loza.
Fermented in stainless steel, the wine preserves its pure, fruit-forward nature, bursting with crisp aromas of fresh strawberries and wild forest berries. With its pale ruby color, light body, and smooth tannins, Chill Melnik is the ideal companion for the warmer months. To fully appreciate its lively and fruity character, we recommend serving it well-chilled!
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Gift voucher for a winery tour & tasting for two
Give an unforgettable getaway and a true feast for the senses with our gift voucher for a winery tour and tasting for two at Villa Melnik. Time spent sharing fine wine and great moments is the ultimate gift—whether for a birthday, anniversary, romantic occasion, or simply for the joy of discovery.
The voucher includes:
- Winery Tour: An engaging guided journey starting from the vineyards, leading through every stage of modern winemaking, and continuing deep into our iconic underground tunnels carved directly into the sandy hill. Here, our oak barrels, aging bottles, and family library cellar reside. Depending on the season, guests can immerse themselves in winery traditions—from grape harvest to winter pruning.
- Guided Wine Tasting for Two: Led by our professional wine guides, featuring 6 selected wines from indigenous and international varieties. The tasting is accompanied by breadsticks and fresh seasonal fruits. tailored to our guests' interests, we can include an introductory "First Steps in Tasting" session, a deeper organoleptic analysis of each wine, or an interactive "Aroma Game" with a professional sommelier kit.
Essential Information & Terms:
Validity: Valid for 12 months from the date of purchase, offering full flexibility to choose the ideal time to visit.
Winery Opening Hours:
Weekdays: 09:00 – 17:30
Weekends & Holidays: 10:00 – 18:00
Packaging: An elegant physical voucher featuring dedicated space for your handwritten personal message on the back.
Подаръчна кутия Вино и Шоколад
Търсите изискан начин да кажете „Благодаря“, „Обичам те“ или просто да подарите усмивка? Предлагаме една специална подаръчна кутия, в която сме обединили две от най-големите изкушения в света – първокласното вино и занаятчийския шоколад. Това не е просто подарък, а цялостно сетивно преживяване.
Какво включва нашият подаръчен комплект:
- Червено вино Aplauz Merlot: Подарете „Мерло-дия“ за сетивата! Плътно, кадифено мерло с богат аромат, отлежавало в дъбови бъчви.
- Розе Bergulé: Свежо и плодово розе със завладяващи нотки на ягоди – любим избор за всеки вкус.
- Авторски занаятчийски шоколад: Ръчно изработен от майстор шоколатиер и внимателно подбран от луксозната шоколадова палитра на Dark&Milk.
- Подаръчна кутия и картичка: Бутилките са грижливо опаковани в подаръчна кутия с нежна дантелена панделка, към тях има картичка с авторска илюстрация и лежат върху легло от хартиени конфети.
Подаръчен комплект "Вино и Шоколад“ е оригинален, луксозен подарък за Осми март, с който да зарадвате любимата жена, майка, сестра или колега. Изключително подходящ и като подарък за рожден ден, корпоративен подарък за бизнес партньори или просто като жест на внимание към любим човек.
Orange Wine
Variety: Viognier 75%, Keratsuda 25%
Current Vintage: 2022
Alcohol: 12%
Vinification:
Fermentation with the skins for two weeks, followed by resting on the fine lees for four weeks.
Characteristics:
Orange wine is made from white grapes using a special technique. The key lies in the skins of the white grapes. While white wines are usually made by separating the skins from the juice, which then ferments alone, orange wines are created by allowing the skins to macerate and ferment together with the juice. From the skins come the deeper color (yellow, ochre, orange), the distinctive flavors and aromas, and the tannins that give orange wine its signature taste. In a way, it is white wine made by the technique of red wine.
