“Soulmate” Merlot 2022 – a red wine with a noble character and contemporary style, which expresses Stratsin Winery’s aspiration for depth, harmony and elegance. The 2022 vintage presents Merlot in an impressively clean form – with softness, warmth and ripe fruit structure that reflects the sunny terroir of Southeastern Bulgaria.
Varieties: Merlot
Organoleptic characteristics
Color:
Dense ruby with light violet reflections. Dense, clear and visually extremely attractive.
Aroma:
The aroma is deep and juicy – dominated by ripe black fruits such as plum, cherry and blackberry. The subtle nuances of vanilla, chocolate, spices and light balsamic tones emphasize the complexity. The nose is soft, aromatically harmonious and stylishly built.
Taste:
The taste is both dense and elegant. Unfolds layers of black cherry, blackberry, dried plum and delicate notes of cocoa and sweet spices. The tannins are smooth and well integrated, and the structure is rounded, with a pleasantly warm and long finish. Excellent balance between fruit, texture and softness.
Food pairings:
Suitable for roasted red meats, lamb, pasta with rich sauces, mature cheeses, barbecue, game and aromatic dishes from the Balkan cuisine. Also wonderful as a wine for slow, cozy evenings.Serving temperature: 16–18°C
