Villa Melnik AplauZ Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 is a dry still red wine made from the Cabernet Sauvignon variety from the Struma Valley / PGI Melnik wine region in Bulgaria. The grapes were carefully selected and fermented at a controlled temperature, after which the wine aged for 18 months in oak barrels, giving it intenzivne arome zrelog voća, začina i dimljenog hrasta. The medium to full body and balanced structure make this Cabernet Sauvignon a distinct example of the Bulgarian red wine style with character and depth.
Description
Villa Melnik AplauZ Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 is a dry still red wine made from the Cabernet Sauvignon variety from the Struma Valley / PGI Melnik wine region in Bulgaria. The grapes were carefully selected and fermented at a controlled temperature, after which the wine aged for 18 months in oak barrels, giving it intenzivne arome zrelog voća, začina i dimljenog hrasta. The medium to full body and balanced structure make this Cabernet Sauvignon a distinct example of the Bulgarian red wine style with character and depth.
Additional information
| Grape variety / Varieties | Cabernet Sauvignon |
|---|---|
| Country and region of origin | Bulgaria – Struma Valley |
| Vinarija | Villa Melnik |
| Podaci o vinogradu | The grapes were grown in vineyards around the village of Harsovo in the Melnik region, where the climate and soil (sand, clay, proximity to the Struma River) occur. |
| Type of wine | Still wines |
| Style (sweetness) | Dry wines |
| Alcohol | 14 – 15% |
| Temperatura serviranja | 16–18 °C |
| Opis ukusa i mirisa | The wine is rich and full-bodied with aromas of ripe dark berries, spices, and subtle smoky notes, featuring an elegant finish. |
| Preservation potential | 5–8 years |
| Food recommendation | Roasted red meat, lamb, dishes with intense sauces, aged cheeses |
| Availability | In stock |
| Bottle size | 0.75l |
| Beleške o ukusu | Pronounced notes of dark fruit, blackcurrant, and spices with a subtle oak influence, balanced acidity, and a long finish. |
| O berbi | The 2020 vintage grapes were harvested with a focus on optimal ripeness and fermented at a controlled temperature. |
| Karakteristike vina | Full-bodied with powerful aromas and balanced tannins, typical of Cabernet Sauvignon from the warmer regions of Bulgaria. |
| Tehnološki podaci | Hand-picked grapes, berry selection, temperature-controlled fermentation, and a long aging period in oak barrels before bottling. |
| Grape variety / Varieties | Cabernet Sauvignon |
|---|---|
| Country and region of origin | Bulgaria – Struma Valley |
| Vinarija | Villa Melnik |
| Podaci o vinogradu | The grapes were grown in vineyards around the village of Harsovo in the Melnik region, where the climate and soil (sand, clay, proximity to the Struma River) occur. |
| Type of wine | Still wines |
| Style (sweetness) | Dry wines |
| Alcohol | 14 – 15% |
| Temperatura serviranja | 16–18 °C |
| Opis ukusa i mirisa | The wine is rich and full-bodied with aromas of ripe dark berries, spices, and subtle smoky notes, featuring an elegant finish. |
| Preservation potential | 5–8 years |
| Food recommendation | Roasted red meat, lamb, dishes with intense sauces, aged cheeses |
| Availability | In stock |
| Bottle size | 0.75l |
| Beleške o ukusu | Pronounced notes of dark fruit, blackcurrant, and spices with a subtle oak influence, balanced acidity, and a long finish. |
| O berbi | The 2020 vintage grapes were harvested with a focus on optimal ripeness and fermented at a controlled temperature. |
| Karakteristike vina | Full-bodied with powerful aromas and balanced tannins, typical of Cabernet Sauvignon from the warmer regions of Bulgaria. |
| Tehnološki podaci | Hand-picked grapes, berry selection, temperature-controlled fermentation, and a long aging period in oak barrels before bottling. |





