Nitchev
Mavrud Single Barrel Reserva
Wine from old vineyards, produced in a series of less than 300 bottles.
€25.00
3 in stock
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Region
Rose Valley & West Thracia
Grape
Mavrud
Vintage
2017
Aging
36 months in 225 l French oak barrels
Alc.
14.5%
Limited series
290
Why We Selected This Wine
A classic Bulgarian wine from one of the oldest Bulgarian varieties Mavrud. The vineyards of the small boutique winery Nitchev are located in the village of Zlatovrah, Asenovgrad region and are over 60 years old and with extremely reduced yields per decare to 250 kg. This gives a unique character to this Mavrud from a classic Bulgarian region. As an addition to its character, it was aged for 36 months in new French oak barrels of 225 l.
Vinification Philosophy
- Asenovgradski Mavrud from 60-year-old vineyards
- Limited yields up to 2.5 tones per hectare
- 36 months aging in French oak barrels
Tasting Profile
Structured · Complex · Long finish
Alc. · 14.5%
Dryness
Dry
Body
Full
Acidity
Fresh
Tannins
Structured
Fruitiness
Balanced
Color: The wine has a deep purple colour.
Nose: The nose reveals a complex profile of juicy berries, earthy tones, spices, dark chocolate, oak notes - vanilla, sweet spices and dried herbs.
Palate: The palate echoes the tones of the nose and brings a good balance between firm but ripe tannins, juicy fruit, oak notes, complexity and elegance. The finish is long and expressive. The finish gives a noble port character with notes of nuts and caramel.
Serving: 14–16°C, decanting for 30 minutes
Minimal intervention and sulphites
Pairing recommendation
A suitable combination with grilled red meats, pasta, burgers, pates, appetizers, mature cheeses, mushroom dishes and desserts with chocolate, dark fruits and caramel.
Pairings from Sip ’n Bite
Curated gourmet pairings that highlight the wine's profile and structure — available for takeaway and tasting at Sip ’n Bite
Snail's and porcini mushroom Pâté
The earthy and umami flavoуrs of the porcini mushrooms and snails are complemented by the complex, slightly earthy and fruity characteristics of the wine, and the creaminess of the pâté softens the tannins.
Green cheese
An intense and salty accent that sits well with the fruity and structured red profile and makes the tannins feel soft and velvety. The acidity in the wine refreshes and balances the fats.
Elena Dry Aged Pork Leg
The bite highlights the peppery and earthy character of the wine and brings a good balance between saltiness and fruitiness. The fat in the meat softens the tannins in the wine and gives it a velvety feel.