At a glance
Producer: Tipchenitza Winery
Region: Danubian Plains, Bulgaria
Vintage: 2023
ABV: 14.5%
Vol: 750ml
Drinking Window: This wine will age well (10 or more years) and is likely to peak in 2030.
Serving Temperature: 16-19°C
Why stock this wine?
This is a wine made for the table. Its depth, structure and oak influence make it a natural partner for rich food, long lunches and family gatherings. As a premium Bulgarian red, it offers customers something they won’t find in mainstream shops or restaurants.
It also has excellent ageing potential, making it an attractive choice for collectors and enthusiasts who enjoy following a wine’s evolution over several years.
What’s it like?
For those who enjoy generous southern Rhône reds, this will feel reassuringly familiar yet adventurous.
Tasting note
A bouquet of blueberry, mulberry, toast and a gentle aroma of vanilla and chocolate. On the palate, it’s blueberry, plum, and vanilla.
Food pairing
Pair with grilled red meats, slow-cooked lamb, hearty stews, or aged cheeses, a bold, oak-aged red built for full-flavoured food.
The story
Bulgaria’s wine history oscillates between quality and quantity. Winston Churchill’s 10 Downing Street ordered 500 litres of Bulgarian red 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. Their focus on native varietals, craft production, and sustainability represents the confidence to embrace both past and future.
The vineyard
- 510m above sea level
- Clay and limestone soil
- Double Guyot training method
- Manual pruning
Vinification
Tipchenitza’s Oak Barrel series is unapologetically bold. This Bulgarian red wine celebrates the local Rubin variety and is aged in ‘first fill’ oak barrels for up to 24 months.
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.
