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Northern
region
High
quality wines are produced from a number of different grapes, red as
well as white. The reds are made from the local Gamza as well as
from the noble Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot varieties. Chardonnay,
Riesling, and Sauvignon Blanc are the most prominent whites. This
region is home to the fine wineries of Suhindol and Rousse.
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Eastern
Region
The
wines from the Eastern region are made mostly from white grapes. Almost
all renowned white grape varieties may be found along with the
native Misket and Dimiat. According to some opinions the whites from
this region are a little too spicy to the Western palate, yet they
are greatly appreciated by Bulgarians and East and South Europeans
in general.
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Sub Balkan Region
The
famous in Bulgaria Sungurlare Misket comes from there as well as the
excellent Sungurlare Eau deVie. White wines from different grapes
are local specialty. Slavjantzi is a popular winery from this
region.
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Southern Region
The
Southern Region includes the Tracian Valley from the Balkan Range to
the Greek border and boasts almost Mediterranean climatic conditions
particularly good for Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot production. The
best Bulgarian variety grape-Mavrud grows in the Tracian Valley.
Reds coming from this region are superb. Jambol and Haskovo are fine
appellations.
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South
Western Region
Fine
Cabernets are produced there. The appellation of Melnik is home to
the Melnik variety. An aromatic and hefty wine that ages very well.
Damianitza is the winery to note.
Their "reserves" are extremely good and are favourite not
only for locals but for visitors of Bulgaria as well. Another
interesting local variety is Keratzuda, a rose type produced only in
the appellation of Kresna.
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