Rare Varieties – Shiroka Melnik – Bush Vine
21,93 € (42,89 лв.)
Variety: Shiroka Melnik (Broadleaf Melnik) Bush Vine
Current Vintage: 2020
Alcohol: 14%
Limited Batch: 1400 bottles
Vinification: The wine is made exclusively from grapes harvested from a vineyard cultivated in the traditional bush vine style. We follow the tradition – growing Broadleaf Melnik as a low bush close to the ground. The scorching sun and heated soil concentrate the aromas and flavors in the grapes.
Characteristics: Distinguished by incredible fruit concentration and complex layers of flavors and aromas. An intense, multi-layered bouquet with expressive earthy notes intertwined with hints of tobacco, dried forest herbs, and a memorable cherry character. Plums and ripe red fruits enhance the sense of warmth and richness. On the palate, it is juicy, balanced, and noble. The body is harmonious, with ripe, smooth tannins and remarkable freshness. The finish is long and memorable – a true reward for connoisseurs of unique local varieties.
About the series
Gold Medal
Vintage 2021: Gold Medal, Mundus Vini, Germany 2025
DiVINO TOP 50
Vintage 2019: “Best Wine from the Struma Valley” and #10 in DiVINO TOP 50, 2022
DiVINO TOP 10
Vintage 2018: DiVINO TOP 10 Limited Series 2021; Silver Medal, Balkan Wine Festival 2021
Characteristics
About the Variety
Broadleaf Melnik Vine is an emblematic grape, endemic to the Melnik region. Traditionally, it was grown in bush form, about 80 cm above the ground. At Villa Melnik, we have preserved a small 0.1 ha (1 decare) that continues to surprise us with impressive results. The harvest from this tiny vineyard is bottled as Rare Varieties – Shiroka Melnik – Bush Vine, an extremely limited wine with powerful and captivating flavors and aromas.
Location
Harsovo village, PDO Harsovo
Serving
17–19°C, decant before serving
Tasting Notes
Expressive earthy aroma, combined with the variety’s signature tobacco, dried forest herbs, ripe red fruits, unforgettable cherry, and plums. The palate is juicy and well-balanced, with ripe, rounded tannins and excellent freshness. A long, noble finish.
Blackcurrant
Chocolate
Tobacco
Food Pairing
Ribs with BBQ sauce, meats in sweet-and-sour sauces, pork with fruit chutney, beef with blueberry sauce, caramelized sauces, wild boar, venison, roasted game.
Game
Pork
Aged cheeses
Truffle
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| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Type | Червени вина |
| Quantity | 0.75 л. |
| variety | Широка Мелнишка Лоза |
| Packaging | Бутилка, Бутилка с подаръчна кутия, Кашон (6 бутилки) |
| Packaging | 0.75L |
| Затваряне | Корк |
| Vinification | Отлежало в бъчва |
| Brand | Rare varieties |
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