'Quel Mariage' between these 2 international varieties Merlot and Syrah. Wild fermentation with yeasts from our own vineyard. Located in South Sakar Mountain, overlooking the main Maritsa River (near Shishmanovo village, Harmanli municipality). This southeastern part of Thrace (Trakia) has been known for its quality wines for thousands of years. 

Our tasting notes: 

This is a bold, rule-breaking varietal blend, combining a Bordeaux variety (Merlot) with one from the Rhône Valley (Syrah). It has a beautiful, medium-intense red color. The bouquet is rich with fruity and spicy aromas, dominated by plum, cherry, and hints of cardamom and nutmeg. The palate is fruity, juicy, and elegant, with a well-structured body. Flavors of leather and licorice lead to fine, intriguing acidity and a lingering finish of blackcurrant, tobacco leaves, and black pepper.

This wine is made with minimal intervention, both in the vineyard and in the winery, using wild fermentation with native yeasts from the vineyard. The Syrah is aged for 24 months in used oak barrels, while the Merlot matures only in stainless steel, with blending done at the final stage. This is a beautiful ‘mariage’ of two world-class grape varieties, beloved in France and beyond.

Best with:

game, duck, barbecue, lamb, matured cheeses, Bulgarian Moussaka with chopped meat.

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