Wines made from Melnik grapes of Rose Valley
Discover the best wines made with Melnik as a single variety or as a blend of Rose Valley.
More informations about the variety Melnik
Powerful and structured reds with a dark ruby robe, firm tannins and preserved acidity, with intense aromas of ripe black fruits (blackberry, plum), tobacco, leather, spices, Mediterranean herbs and balsamic notes. Good ageing potential. Star of the Melnik hillsides in the Struma valley in south-west Bulgaria, signature of the country's finest reds for ageing. An autochthonous Bulgarian variety (Shiroka Melnishka Loza, "broad leaf"), with very late ripening.
More informations about the region of Rose Valley
Bulgaria's Rose Valley between Stara Planina to the north and Sredna Gora to the south, protected microclimate shielded from extremes by the mountains, famous for its perfume roses. Red Misket as the signature white (pink-skinned grape): dry and aromatic with intense floral notes (rose, violet), citrus, tropical fruit, honey and a perfumed floral touch, preserved acidity — strong identity. Muscat Ottonel and Traminer as fragrant whites. Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon as fleshy reds.