Orbelia Melnik 55 Red 2019, Bulgaria

Deep and ruby red with packs of silky-smooth fruit.

Orbelia Melnik 55 is a dry red wine from the Struma Valley, Bulgaria. It's 100% Melnik 55 with 14.5% abv. Suitable for Vegans.

Melnik is the signature grape variety of the Struma Valley. Orbelia source all its Melnik 55 grapes from its own private vineyard estate, made up of 15-year-old vines planted around the village of Levunovo. The grapes are sorted, fermented in stainless steel and then aged on lees for 10 months. No oak is used, so that the full character of the variety can shine through. The wine has a ruby colour with purple hues, an intense aroma of fresh cherries and plums, and a harmonious palate full of attractive red fruits and juicy on the finish. 

You'll like this if you like... Southern French reds, Spanish Garnacha, or South African Shiraz. 

Pairs beautifully with: Pork belly, roast game, BBQ meats and vegetables, or pasta in tomato sauce.

Cheese pairing: Old Amsterdam Gouda and nutty hard cheese.

About Orbelia Winery | Grapes Dictionary

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