
Minkov Brothers
Minkov Brothers Merlot
- Variety: Merlot
- Designation of origin: PGI (protected geographical indication)
- Region: Thracian Valley
- Origin: own vineyards in Karnobat region
- Type: dry red wine
Colour: deep, garnet red, with bright glimmers
Aroma: intense and complex, with hints of black cherry, combined with smoke, sweet spice, vanilla and caramel
Taste: a good density feeling of ripe fruit and pronounced pleasant mellowness, smooth, soft and fruity finish
Mature: the wine has matured for 12 months in new and old barrels of french oak and has a potential to age in a bottle for up to 5 years
Serving temperature: 16-18°C
Food pairing suggestions: winter salad with bacon, gazpacho, grilled cheese with tomato sauce, pasta, ocean fish such as shark and tuna, chicken dishes with French cheeses, grilled red meat or cooked with dried fruit, desserts with coffee, chocolate and red fruits
Awards: Gold medal, Challenge International du Vin 2016; Bronze medal, International Wine Challenge 2016; Gold Medal, Mundus vini 2013; Bronze Medal, Decanter 2013; Silver medal, Mondial du Merlot 2014; Bronze medal, International Wine Challenge 2014; Silver medal, Vinalies Internationales 2015; Silver medal, Mundus Vini 2015
Aroma: intense and complex, with hints of black cherry, combined with smoke, sweet spice, vanilla and caramel
Taste: a good density feeling of ripe fruit and pronounced pleasant mellowness, smooth, soft and fruity finish
Mature: the wine has matured for 12 months in new and old barrels of french oak and has a potential to age in a bottle for up to 5 years
Serving temperature: 16-18°C
Food pairing suggestions: winter salad with bacon, gazpacho, grilled cheese with tomato sauce, pasta, ocean fish such as shark and tuna, chicken dishes with French cheeses, grilled red meat or cooked with dried fruit, desserts with coffee, chocolate and red fruits
Awards: Gold medal, Challenge International du Vin 2016; Bronze medal, International Wine Challenge 2016; Gold Medal, Mundus vini 2013; Bronze Medal, Decanter 2013; Silver medal, Mondial du Merlot 2014; Bronze medal, International Wine Challenge 2014; Silver medal, Vinalies Internationales 2015; Silver medal, Mundus Vini 2015