Domaine Bessa Valley Enira 2016
Bulgaria
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DESCRIPTION
A big and opulant Bordeaux inspired Bulgarian red from an estate with a French pedigree.
The lowdown:
Bessa Valley's owner, Count Stephan von Neipperg, also numbers a clutch of well regarded Bordeaux Châteaux to his name and his wines from his Bulgarian estate are certainly influenced by this. This is a blend of around 50% Merlot, 25% Syrah and smaller proportions of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon which, after fermentation, is aged of around 12 months in French oak barrels. The nose is full of vanilla and menthol aromas with plenty of berry fruits also in evidence. On the palate dark fruits dominate with flavours of raisins, liquorice and sweet spice along with rustic, gamey and meaty notes. It has a well rounded structure with quiet prominent, but well integrated tannins.
When to drink:
Quite a robust and beefy wine that's made to drink with food. Beef, naturally, game dishes and strong hard cheese are what's called for here.
Suitable for Vegans
PRODUCER
Bessa Valley Winery
Situated to the west of the ancient central Bulgarian city of Plovdiv Bessa Valley is owned by Count Stephan von Neipperg who also has several prominent Bordeaux properties to his name including Châteaux Canon La Gaffelière and La Mondotte. He chose this area for the wonderful clay-limestone soils, with parellels to that of Saint Émilion in Bordeaux, which he believed had the potential to make great wines.
In the shadow of the dramatic Rhodope Mountains, these soils provide the structure, strength and minerality that allows the creation of wines full of power and elegance. By 2005 the winery had planted 140 Ha of vineyards - 55% of Merlot, and equal amounts of Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. The Bessa Valley has a continental climate, with no influence from the Black Sea. The average temperature range between -3°C and 1°C in Winter, and between 30°C and 32°C in Summer, an ideal climate for the production of quality wine which is reflected in the excellent quality of their output.
DETAILS
| Categories | Wine / Red Wine / Rich, Powerful Reds |
| Country | Bulgaria |
| Grape Variety | Merlot , Syrah/Shiraz |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Volume | 75cl |
| ABV | 14.5% |
| Vegan/Vegetarian | Vegan |
| SKU | BE2K09RN |
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