Mavrud & Melnik
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Celebrate Bulgarian Wine: Mavrud and Melnik Selection
Celebrate Bulgarian wine with our special selection, created in honor of International Mavrud Day and the local Melnik varieties. Mavrud is renowned for its full-bodied, intense character, while the Broad-Leaved Melnik Vine impresses with its elegance and uniqueness. Both varieties are symbols of the tradition and heritage of Bulgarian winemaking. Not only do they shine individually, but these two iconic native grapes also go hand-in-hand, and we blend them beautifully into exceptional red and rosé cuvées.
Immerse yourself in the magic of our indigenous grapes by enjoying a selection of our finest wines.
The pack includes:
- Aplauz Mavrud: A wine with an intense aroma of ripe fruits and spices; powerful on the palate with smooth, ripe tannins
- Aplauz Shiroka Melnishka Loza: Elegant and well-structured, featuring notes of red berries and wild herbs
- Aplauz Melnik 55: A full-bodied and complex wine with deep aromas of ripe black fruits and spices
- Aplauz Rose: An elegant blend of the two classic Bulgarian varieties – Broad-Leaved Melnik Vine and Mavrud
- Bergulé Melnik & Mavrud: A unique blend that combines the signature softness of Melnik with the intensity of Mavrud
- Bergulé Rose: A light, fresh rosé with delicate notes of strawberries and raspberries.
Order now and dive into the world of Bulgarian wines, crafted with care and passion for our local terroir!
In October, we celebrate International Mavrud Day and our local indigenous varieties. Villa Melnik is one of the few producers cultivating Mavrud in the Melnik region. As a late-ripening variety – much like the Broad-Leaved Melnik Vine – Mavrud finds its perfect home here.
The unique advantage of growing Mavrud in the Melnik region is our long, warm summer and mild autumn, which allow the grapes to reach full phenolic maturity. This results in high sugar concentration and perfectly ripe, silky tannins. At Villa Melnik, Mavrud produces wines that are full-bodied and velvety, with wonderful fruit aromas. We find it creates a magnificent harmony when blended with our signature Broad-Leaved Melnik Vine.
| Weight | 8 kg |
|---|---|
| variety | Mavrud, Широка Мелнишка Лоза |
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Current Vintage: 2023
Alcohol: 14,5%
Limited Batch: 3600 bottles
Vinification: The wine is made from carefully selected grapes from our own vineyard and matured for 12 months in Bulgarian oak barrels.
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This wine embodies our mission – to preserve and revive unique local grape varieties and produce world-class wines from them. Melnik Family Tree stands out with a medium-intense, beautiful red color. The nose is harmonious and multi-layered, revealing noble notes of moss, resin, and autumn leaves, intertwined with hints of blackberry and tobacco. The palate is dense, structured, and rounded, yet balanced and complex, with accents of black cherry, rosehip, and pepper. A long and memorable finish makes this wine a noble representative of the Melnik varietal family.
Rare Varieties – Shiroka Melnik – Bush Vine
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.
Nikola’s favorite wines
To celebrate the spring festivities – Lazarus Day, Easter, and St. George’s Day – the founder of the winery, Nikola Zikatanov, has personally curated a selection of his rarest, limited-edition wines.
Two of the wines belong to the Aplauz Premium Reserve series – boutique, single-varietal wines bottled from a single barrel. This is the finest barrel of the vintage, hand-picked by the owner for its exceptional quality.
The remaining wines are from the “Rare Varieties” series, embodying Villa Melnik’s mission to preserve and revive the unique indigenous grapes of the Melnik region.
These wines have aged for 12 to 18 months in Bulgarian and French oak barrels within our cool cellar, carved deep into the natural Melnik sandstone. They are a true delight for the senses, impressive in their uniqueness, and perfectly suited for special occasions or as a distinguished addition to any serious wine collection.
The selection includes:
- Aplauz Premium Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
- Aplauz Premium Reserve Merlot
- RARE VARIETIES – Ruen
- RARE VARIETIES – Melnik 1300 Jubilee
- RARE VARIETIES – Melnik 82
- RARE VARIETIES – Shiroka Melnishka Loza (Broad-Leaved Melnik Vine) – Gobelet (Bush Vine)
The Bulgarian Heritage Selection
Our mission is to preserve and revive the unique indigenous grape varieties of Bulgaria. We are proud to present this special six-bottle selection, featuring wines crafted exclusively from our own estate-grown Bulgarian grapes.
The Selection Includes:
Melnik Family Tree: A masterful blend of all Melnik varieties. This wine embodies our mission—to safeguard local heritage and transform it into world-class wine.
Rare Varieties Melnik 1300: A limited-edition variety with an impressive aromatic profile and a smooth, velvety body.
Aplauz Mavrud: One of our most awarded wines of the year. A powerful yet elegant Mavrud, aged for 18 months in Bulgarian oak barrels within the deep sandstone tunnels beneath the winery.
Aplauz Shiroka Melnishka Loza (Broad-Leaved Melnik Vine): A classic expression of the traditional Melnik grape, aged to perfection in Bulgarian oak.
Aplauz Rosé (Melnik & Mavrud): An elegant, delicate, and highly aromatic rosé blend of Bulgaria’s two most iconic varieties.
Bergulé Melnik & Pinot Noir: An intriguing and harmonious blend of the local Broad-Leaved Melnik Vine and the classic Pinot Noir.
Aplauz – Shiroka Melnik, Reserve
Variety: Shiroka Melnik (Broadleaf Melnik)
Current Vintage: 2022
Alcohol:15 %
Vinification: Fermentation in stainless steel tanks, followed by 18 months of aging in Bulgarian oak (new, first and second fill).
Characteristics: A traditional local variety with a rich, expressive character. Complex nose of sour cherry, oak, spices, and herbs. Harmonious, well-structured wine with a touch of sweetness and a long fruity finish. Ideal for connoisseurs of elegant native varietals.
The Wine Behind the scenes
We present you a box of wine dedicated to the BNT1 TV series "Grapes of Guilt", a large part of which was filmed at Villa Melnik.
Learn more about the series here.
- Bergule Mavrud and Melnik – A beautiful transparent garnet color. The aroma is intriguing with elements of black cherry, herbal and ethereal notes. The taste is spicy, fresh, with a good tannin structure and a medium-long finish. The wine is not in contact with oak barrels, only fermentation in stainless steel
- Aplauz Shiroka Melnik – wine made using classical technology from the original Melnik variety – just as the keeper of traditions in the series, the technologist Nasko (Gerasim Georgiev – Gero) would have made it.
- Aplauz Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva – the favorite wine of director Viktor Bozhinov and the male part of the cast.
- Rare varieties Melnik 1300 Jubileen – the wine that left even Mikhail Bilalov speechless.
- Bergule Rosé – the favorite wine of the ladies from the film crew of the series. Many pages of the script were written and read with a glass of this rosé in hand. Made from Shiroka Melnishka Loza, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Pinot Noir
- Aplauz Viognier – the wine that inspired the moviegoers and forever left a mark in their hearts.
Summer wines
Summer is here! The sun is high, Time for a treat you shouldn’t pass by! Three whites, three rosés — six unique labels in all, At a special promo price, answering summer’s call! From the seaside breeze to the mountain peak, This is the refreshing pack you seek!
The pack includes:
- Aplauz Rose – A delicate, elegant rosé crafted from two iconic Bulgarian varieties: Shiroka Melnishka Loza (Broad-Leaved Melnik Vine) and Mavrud. These two varieties coexist in a single vineyard exclusively at our estate, as Shiroka Melnishka only grows in the Melnik region, and we are the sole producer of Mavrud in the Struma Valley.
- Aplauz Viognier Sur lie – This wine was fermented and aged on the fine lees (sur lie) in Bulgarian oak barrels.
- Aplauz Chardonnay Sur lie – This wine was fermented and aged on the fine lees (sur lie) in Bulgarian oak barrels.
- Bergulé Sauvignon Blanc – A vibrant, light golden color with fresh green hues. An inviting nose with notes of delicate flowers and tropical fruits, grapefruit, candied lemon, and honey. Medium-bodied with excellent balance and flavors of ripe peaches and grapefruit.
- Bergulé Rose – A blend of Shiroka Melnishka Loza, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Pinot Noir, this is our ultimate summer hit! The rosé is juicy, boasting a rich aroma of ripe strawberries. It pairs excellently with sheep’s milk cheese, fresh salads, pasta, seafood, grilled zucchini, or even desserts like peach panna cotta or strawberry mascarpone.
- Bergulé Viognier & Chardonnay – The wine that won a Double Gold medal in Japan and the "Best Wine for Japanese Tempura" award. Try it with lightly battered shrimp, mussels, or tempura vegetables.
Bergulé – Melnik & Pinot Noir
Variety: Broadleaf Melnik (Shiroka Melnik) Vine & Pinot Noir
Current Vintage: 2024
Alcohol: 14,5 %
Region: Vinogradi village, PGI Melnik
Vinification: Stainless steel fermentation only, no oak contact.
Characteristics: “Just imagine: a Bulgarian wildling, tightly wrapping her thighs around the body of a capricious French aristocrat. And it turns out they fit perfectly together.” – Elina, The Grapes of Guilt (BNT TV series)
