Aplauz – Melnik 55, Reserve
12,73 € (24,90 лв.)
Variety: Melnik 55 (Early Melnik)
Current Vintage: 2021
Alcohol:15 %
Vinification: Made from carefully selected grapes, aged 18 months in Bulgarian oak barrels.
Characteristics: An emblematic local variety in a modern style. Ruby-colored wine with aromas of black cherry, cassis, smoked wood, and dried meat. The palate is smooth, with gentle acidity and a spicy-oak finish. An excellent choice for lovers of elegant red wines with a distinctive terroir character.
About the series
Gold medal
Vintage 2021 – Gold, Balkans International Wine Festival 2024
Silver medal
Vintage 2019 – Silver, Avgustiada 2022, Bulgaria
Silver medal
Vintage 2018 – Silver, International Wine Challenge UK 2022
Silver medal
Vintage 2017 – Silver, Balkans International Wine Festival 2020
Silver medal
Vintage 2016 – Silver, Thessaloniki Wine Competition, Greece 2019
Silver medal
Vintage 2013 – Silver, Decanter 2015, London
Silver medal
Vintage 2011 – Silver, Balkans International Wine Competition 2014, Sofia
Characteristics
About the variety
Melnik 55, also known as Early Melnik Vine, is a hybrid between the indigenous Broadleaf Melnik Vine and the French Valdiguié.
Region
Harsovo village, PGI Melnik
Serving
Decant before serving
Tasting notes
Bright ruby with raspberry nuances. Nose of black cherry, cassis liqueur, smoked wood, dried meat, and resin. Smooth palate, soft acidity, and a spicy-oak finish.
Raspberry
Black cherry
Cassis liqueur
Food pairing
Wild boar, partridge, pork with creamy sauces, lamb with tomato sauce, cheeses, pasta
Wild boar
Pork
Lamb
Cheeses
Pasta
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| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Type | Червени вина |
| variety | Мелник 55 |
| Packaging | Бутилка, Бутилка с подаръчна кутия, Кашон (6 бутилки) |
| Brand | Applauz |
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