Indigenous grape varieties
Mavrud
Believed to date back to ancient Thrace, Mavrud is a red grape variety that has been grown for centuries only in the area of ancient Philippopolis, north of the Rhodopes. This variety is usually used to make wines with a dark and rich color and mild taste. Its cultivation is difficult and requires special attention. However, the unique qualities of the wines produced by Mavrud are worth the effort!
Melnik
Melnik is a red grape variety grown in the area of the Struma River valley, characterized by a typical Mediterranean climate. According to the legend, Melnik wine is among Winston Churchill’s favorites. This variety produces more powerful wines with a rich texture, exotic perfume and soft tannins.
Gamza
Cultivated since ancient times, the Gamza variety, also known as „Kadarka“ in many Balkan countries, is best grown in the Danube region. The wine is characterized by a bright, sparkling red color, with a pleasant fruity taste and captivating freshness. The variety requires specific climatic conditions, due to which it is grown mainly in the Danube plain.
Dimyat
Known for its fragrant grapes, the Dimyat variety has been grown for centuries in the Black Sea region. The wines produced from it have a sweet taste, strong aroma and light amber color. The smoke ripens in late September. This variety is among the most popular in the Black Sea region.
Pamid
According to legend, the ancient Thracians were avid fans of Pamid wines, characterized by a pleasant freshness and fruity taste. Although widely cultivated by the Thracians for centuries, today it is grown mainly in the Thracian lowlands.
Rubin
Successful cross between Syrah and Nebiolo, a variety with a typical dark purple color, mostly planted in the region of the Thracian lowlands on the border with Strandzha mountain. Rubin wines are characterized by a rich and rich taste and color. Try them, you will be amazed!
Additionally, wines that grow favorable in the area are Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Fran, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.