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.

Aplauz Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 – Villa Melnik Winery
Villa Melnik AplauZ Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 is a dry red wine 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from PGI Melnik (Bulgaria), aged for 18 months in oak barrels, with aromas of ripe dark fruit notes, spices, and an elegant finish.
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. |



