Bratanov Family Winery, 3 Blend Red 2018

Bratanov Family Winery was (re)created in 2010 after a 50 year hiatus. It's the result of the hard-work and dedication of a father and his sons who embarked on a mission to restore their family's heritage. The vineyards are located on the sunny South Sakar Hills, regarded as one of the best terroirs in Bulgaria. By focusing on craft, limited batches and minimal intervention, they are able to expertly control the whole winemaking process from the grape to the bottle. 3 Blend Red 2018 recently won Bulgarian Wine of the Year 2022. It's a blend of 50% Cabernet Franc, 40% Merlot and 10% Rubin (a crossing of Syrah & Nebbiolo). Intense crimson in colour, it's got heaps of juicy black plum, blackberry, redcurrant and dark chocolate on the nose. The palate is rich & juicy with further notes of ripe red fruits, tobacco and leather. Velvety, silky and elegant - this really is a hidden gem.