At a glance
Producer: Tipchenitza Winery
Region: Danube Plains, Bulgaria
Vintage: 2022
Grapes: Chardonnay, Vrachanski Misket
ABV: 12.5%
Vol: 750ml
Why stock this wine?
It’s a premium wine without the premium price tag. Made with first-fill oak barrels and Chardonnay, this will appeal to Burgundy lovers but costs much less and introduces a whole new region.
What’s it like?
Like an oaked Burgundy after a holiday in southern Europe. A little riper, a little fruitier and wonderfully approachable.
Tasting note
This Bulgarian white wine is like a buttery Burgundy on steroids. Classical Chardonnay characteristics (enhanced with a little of the local Muscat), yet the high alcohol and oak influence of a big red. Nothing subtle about it, but great fun.
Food pairing
Pair with roast poultry, creamy sauces, rich fish, or soft cheeses. This is a powerful, oak-driven white built for indulgent dishes.
The story
Bulgaria’s wine history oscillates between quality and quantity. Winston Churchill’s 10 Downing Street ordered 500 litres of Bulgarian wine annually, though if your reference point is 1990’s Bulgarian wine, you might be wondering why.
Tipchenitza Winery is part of a new wave of Bulgarian winemakers is determined to set the record straight. They focus on native varietals, craft production, and sustainability. Representing the confidence to embrace both past and future.
The vineyard
- 580m above sea level
- Clay and limestone soil
- Double Guyot training method
- Manual pruning
Sustainability
Tipchenitza Winery was an early adopter of the lightweight bottle, reducing the environmental impact of transporting wines. They are also members of the Sustainable Wine Round Table.
