Bratanovi Winery is a family winery founded in 2006 at the foot of South Sakar. It works with limited batches of its own grapes grown near the village of Shishmanovo, with a philosophy of minimal intervention and emphasizing the terroir. Over the years, Bratanovi Winery has established itself with authentic, balanced and characteristic wines.
Variety: Merlot
Terroir: The vineyards are located in the South Sakar region, known for its mild climate, abundant sunshine and poor, well-drained soils. The combination of clay-sandy structure and limestone gives it a mineral character and good aging potential.
Vinification: The wine is made from carefully selected grapes, hand-picked and carefully sorted. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel vessels with prolonged maceration on the skins. Aging is 18 months in 225-liter French oak barrels, some of which are new. Bottled without cold stabilization and filtration.
Organoleptic characteristics
Color: Deep ruby with garnet hues.
Aroma: Rich nose with accents of black cherry, dried plum, noble oak, cocoa and spices.
Taste: Concentrated and complex, with ripe tannins, fruit filling and an elegant spicy finish. Excellent balance between fruitiness and oak maturity.
Food pairings: Red meats, game, veal with truffle sauce or cheeses with a spicy character.
Serving temperature: 16°–18°C
Aging potential: Up to 10 years after harvest
Merlot Private Reserve South Sakar Hills Bratanov Winery
