Yamantiev Kaba Gayda, Thracian Valley 2022
£12.50
Juicy Bulgarian Red.
- Produced by the Yamantiev family in theThracian Valley, in south Bulgaria.
- An intensely fruity blend of 40% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon & 20% Rubin varieties. Rubin is an indigenous Bulgarian grape variety, created back in 1946 by a crossing of Nebbiolo and Syrah.
- Ruby coloured with soft crimson nuances. Intense nose with ripe blackcurrants, plums and cherries. The palate is smooth and harmonious with a soft, long finish.
- Pair with rustic meat dishes, BBQ, burgers, sausages, pasta with tomato sauce, terrines.
- Great alternative to a southern French blend!
- Grape variety: Rubin, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage: 2022
- Type/Colour: Red
- Alcohol: 13%
- Bottle Size: 75cl
- Suitable for Vegans: Yes
- Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes
From the Thrace region of Bulgaria is an easy-drinking, unoaked blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon and local variety, Rubin (a dark skinned cross of Nebbiolo and Syrah). Soft, fruity and alive. - Manda Joyce, OWC
An intriguing blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and the local Rubin. Distinctively Bulgarian. - Aljoscha Wright, OWC
Manda Joyce - Wine Advisor
April 2024 - From the Thrace region of Bulgaria is an easy-drinking, unoaked blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon and local variety, Rubin (a dark skinned cross of Nebbiolo and Syrah). Soft, fruity and alive.
Aljoscha Wright - Buyer
January 2024 - An intriguing blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and the local Rubin. Distinctively Bulgarian.