Minkov Brothers Project 7
Variety: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon x 50% Cabernet Franc
Designation of origin: Protected geographical indication
Region: Thracian valley
Origin: own vineyards in the Karnobat region, massifs of Lozenets and Venets
2016
The vineyard: The Cabernet Sauvignon is from own vineyards, grown at a reduced yield - about 500 kg per decare.
From a vineyard, massif Lozenetz, located 3 km west of Minkov Brothers Wine Cellar.
The Cabernet Franc is from own vineyards with reduced yield - about 500 kg per decare of vineyard,
located 3 km east of the cellar in the village of Venets.
Type: dry red wine
Color: Dense, opaque ruby color.
Aroma: Mature and complex character of the aroma, with hints of ripe black fruits such as
juicy black cherry, mulberry, but also dark chocolate. Earthy accents are found, elegantly
intertwined with notes of essential oils such as eucalyptus and mint. There is a very fine
mineral tone of salt air, iodine and sea.
Taste: Elegant body with very good structure and fine, suede tannins. Excellently preserved
fruit freshness and perfect balance. The finish is long and impactful, with a memory of the
taste of black cherry liqueur and sweet spices.
Marure: 27 months in new French barrels 225 l. Three years aging in a bottle before launch.
Alcohol content: 14.5%
Number of bottles produced: 4550 bottles
Serving temperature: 15 - 17 ° С
Food pairing suggestions: Suitable to combine with thick, ripe soft cheeses, slow-stewed game dishes
and chocolate desserts with a dense texture - chocolate truffles, chocolate brownies with raspberries.
Awards: Silver medal, Decanter World Wine Awards 2022
