At a glance
Producer: Tipchenitza Winery
Region: Danube Plains, Bulgaria
Vintage: 2024
Grapes: Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier and Vrachanski Misket
ABV: 13.5%
Vol: 750ml
Why stock this wine?
A low-risk introduction to Bulgarian wine. Familiar grapes remove the barrier to purchase, while the native influence gives customers something they can’t find in the supermarket.
What’s it like?
Two of the three grapes in the blend may be familiar. Though Vrachanski Misket is incredibly floral, it is the stone fruit and medium body of Viognier that shines through in this particular blend.
Tasting note
Pleasant freshness and clarity, balanced by honeydew melon and lime characters.
Food pairing
White meat, pasta and cheese.
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.
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.
