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Bulgaria · DOP · Тракийска низина · -1 commune(s)

Styles

Natural factors

Преходноконтинентален климат, sheltered from cold northern air masses by Стара планина, with a mild средиземноморско влияние along the Tundzha river valley.
Flat-to-rolling terrain in the Tundzha–Странджа plain, at approximately 200 m above sea level, in south-eastern Bulgaria.
Dominant soils: heavy sandy-clay смолници (leached, typical, and calcareous) and канелена горска почва.
The soils and microclimate impart density, fruitiness, and soft tannins to the red wines, and a full, balanced palate with a persistent finish to the whites.

Human factors

Permitted varieties: whites – Chardonnay, Muscat Ottonel, Тамянка; reds/rosé – Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot.
Mixed and short pruning up to 54 buds per vine; training systems Ombrella, Moser, and mid-trunk double-arm cordon; max. 450 vines per decare.

Product characteristics

The red wines are deeply coloured, with a fruity bouquet, full body, and soft, fine tannins — a direct expression of the смолници and канелена горска почва.
The white wines stand out for their rich and persistent fruity aroma, full and balanced palate, and impressive length.

Terroir / wine link

The northward shelter of Стара планина combined with a mild средиземноморско влияние along the Tundzha river creates a distinctive microclimate.
The heavy sandy-clay смолници and канелена горска почва lend sweetness, body, and extractive richness to the wines.
Red wines: intense colour, fruity bouquet, full-bodied palate, soft and fine tannins.
White wines: intense, rich, and persistent fruity aroma, full and balanced palate with impressive length.

Facts drawn from the cahier's terroir-link section (Lien au terroir) by automatic interpretation — see the source.