Red wine Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc Eager PGI Danube Plain 2021. 0.75l. Stephan Pirev Wines Bulgaria / Stephan Pirev Eager Red Blend 2021 0.75

Eager Red Blend from Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc

REGION: Danube Plain
PRODUCER: Stefan Pirev Wines
VARIETY: Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc
VINIFICATION: The grapes are hand-picked and selected on the vine and undergo selection again in the cellar. Cold maceration at a temperature of 5 degrees C lasts between 48 and 72 hours in order to extract the fine phenols, aromatic and coloring substances and components. Fermentation takes place in old barrels of wine distillate with a volume of 400 - 800 l. The manual maceration is done delicately in order to extract only the ripe grape tannins. The total maceration time is about 25 days. The fermentation temperature is maintained between 25 - 30 degrees C. After the soft and prolonged pressing, the wine continues its formation in 400 l. French barrels, where lactic acid fermentation takes place. Maturation lasts for 12 months, with the choice of barrels with different degrees of roasting and medium-grained structure allowing the preservation and development of the varietal aromas and filling of the taste part. During this period, regular batonages are carried out with variable intensity - from 1 time per week to 1 time per month. The wine ages in bottle for at least 5 months before release. Unprocessed and unfiltered
AGEING POTENTIAL: over 8 years
WINE PAIRING CHARACTERISTICS: It has an intriguing and charming character, combining elegance, depth and flexibility. Clean and elegant. Brilliant base. The veiled and dense tannin structure gives it an exceptional aging perspective. The aromatic profile is a combination of small berries, spices and mocha. The balanced acids and notes of cherry and juniper give it a delicate freshness.
SUITABLE FOOD: It goes well with grilled meats, pork and lamb.