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Rare Varieties: Shiroka Melnik Bush-Vine 2021 – Villa Melnik Winery
3.800 rsd
Villa Melnik Rare Varieties – Shiroka Melnik Bush Vine 2021 – a dry, still red wine with pronounced earthy and spicy aromas, ripe red fruit, and a long finish.
Description
Villa Melnik Rare Varieties – Shiroka Melnik Bush Vine 2021 is a dry, still red wine from the Struma Valley region in Bulgaria, crafted from the indigenous Shiroka Melnik variety grown using the traditional bush vine method. The wine is characterized by intense aromas of tobacco, ripe red fruit, and spicy notes, a juicy and balanced body, with ripe tannins and fresh acidity. A limited series (approx. 1,400 bottles) and the Gold Medal – Mundus Vini 2025 award make this vintage a special choice for lovers of local, distinctive red wines.
Additional information
| Grape variety / Varieties | Shiroka Melnik |
|---|---|
| Country and region of origin | Bulgaria – Struma Valley |
| Vinarija | Villa Melnik |
| Podaci o vinogradu | Grapes were hand-picked from a small vineyard where the variety is grown using the traditional bush vine method – close to the ground, which enhances the concentration of aromatic compounds. |
| Type of wine | Still wines |
| Style (sweetness) | Dry wines |
| Alcohol | 14 – 15% |
| Temperatura serviranja | 17–19 °C |
| Opis ukusa i mirisa | Intense notes of earth, tobacco, and dried forest herbs, alongside ripe red and dark fruit aromas (cherry, plum); juicy and balanced body, ripe, smooth tannins, and fresh acidity with a long finish |
| Aging | Partially fermented and aged in oak barrels |
| Preservation potential | 7–10 years |
| Food recommendation | Roasted and grilled red meats, dishes with berry sauces, pork with chutney, game, and aged cheeses |
| Availability | In stock |
| Bottle size | 0.75l |
| Ratings and awards | Gold Medal – Mundus Vini 2025 for the 2021 vintage. |
| Beleške o ukusu | Emphasized earthy and spicy nuances combined with aromas of ripe red fruit; juicy and balanced finish |
| O berbi | |
| Karakteristike vina | Intense, multi-layered aroma, balanced structure, harmony of tannins and freshness; ideal for lovers of local varieties with a strong terroir expression |
| Tehnološki podaci | Vinification with partial processing in stainless steel and/or oak vessels, focusing on preserving varietal characteristics and aromatic clarity |
Villa Melnik Rare Varieties – Shiroka Melnik Bush Vine 2021 is a dry, still red wine from the Struma Valley region in Bulgaria, crafted from the indigenous Shiroka Melnik variety grown using the traditional bush vine method. The wine is characterized by intense aromas of tobacco, ripe red fruit, and spicy notes, a juicy and balanced body, with ripe tannins and fresh acidity. A limited series (approx. 1,400 bottles) and the Gold Medal – Mundus Vini 2025 award make this vintage a special choice for lovers of local, distinctive red wines.
| Grape variety / Varieties | Shiroka Melnik |
|---|---|
| Country and region of origin | Bulgaria – Struma Valley |
| Vinarija | Villa Melnik |
| Podaci o vinogradu | Grapes were hand-picked from a small vineyard where the variety is grown using the traditional bush vine method – close to the ground, which enhances the concentration of aromatic compounds. |
| Type of wine | Still wines |
| Style (sweetness) | Dry wines |
| Alcohol | 14 – 15% |
| Temperatura serviranja | 17–19 °C |
| Opis ukusa i mirisa | Intense notes of earth, tobacco, and dried forest herbs, alongside ripe red and dark fruit aromas (cherry, plum); juicy and balanced body, ripe, smooth tannins, and fresh acidity with a long finish |
| Aging | Partially fermented and aged in oak barrels |
| Preservation potential | 7–10 years |
| Food recommendation | Roasted and grilled red meats, dishes with berry sauces, pork with chutney, game, and aged cheeses |
| Availability | In stock |
| Bottle size | 0.75l |
| Ratings and awards | Gold Medal – Mundus Vini 2025 for the 2021 vintage. |
| Beleške o ukusu | Emphasized earthy and spicy nuances combined with aromas of ripe red fruit; juicy and balanced finish |
| O berbi | |
| Karakteristike vina | Intense, multi-layered aroma, balanced structure, harmony of tannins and freshness; ideal for lovers of local varieties with a strong terroir expression |
| Tehnološki podaci | Vinification with partial processing in stainless steel and/or oak vessels, focusing on preserving varietal characteristics and aromatic clarity |
