Bessa Valley’s owner, Count Stephan von Neipperg, also numbers a clutch of well regarded Bordeaux Châteaux to his name and his wines from his Bulgarian estate are certainly influenced by this. This is a blend of around 50% Merlot, 25% Syrah and smaller proportions of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon which, after fermentation, is aged of around 12 months in French oak barrels.
The nose is full of vanilla and menthol aromas with plenty of berry fruits also in evidence. On the palate dark fruits dominate with flavours of raisins, liquorice and sweet spice along with rustic, gamey and meaty notes. It has a well rounded structure with quiet prominent, but well integrated tannins.
