Bessa Valley is where our story begins.
We do not pursue quick results but lasting quality over time!
One terroir. Two expressions.
Discover the art of winemaking at Bessa Valley!
Domain Bessa Valley
Enira
Our mission
We, the wine-makers from Bessa Valley, are inspired by this place as much as the Bessians were, 3500 years ago.
In many ways, we walk in the footsteps of the Bessians. We grow the vines of the Valley and make wine from their fruit, year after year.
Everything is done with respect — for nature, for the people, for the vines and what they give us.
We don’t rush the process.
We work in balance, and we try to keep it that way.
Wines that carry the spirit of the valley
Your favorites, from our cellar
Enira Neipperg Selection 2021
A Deeper Interpretation of the Enira Style
Enira Neipperg Selection 2021 represents a more focused and introspective expression within the Enira family. Built around Merlot and complemented by Syrah, this wine reflects a composed understanding of richness, texture and varietal character. It is a wine that speaks through depth and cohesion rather than intensity alone.Tasting Profile & Sensory Experience
The wine presents a deep garnet color, dense and sophisticated. From the very first breath, the abundance of aromas charms the senses, unfolding with immediate intensity. The bouquet offers a multi-layered fusion of dark fruits and noble nuances:
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Primary Aromas: Intense notes of plum, wild blueberry, and ripe blackberry.
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Secondary Notes: Elegant accents of beeswax, rich cocoa, and warm baking spices (clove, cinnamon).
On the palate, the wine is remarkably smooth, rounded, and homogeneous. The texture is soft and velvety, allowing the fruit character to unfold with finesse and ease. Enira Neipperg Selection 2021 concludes with a pleasant, soft finish of medium length, leaving a balanced and lasting impression of maturity and harmony.
Terroir & Winemaking
The selected vineyard parcels provide the concentration and maturity required for this style of blend. Careful extraction and measured use of oak allow the varietal character to remain clear and unforced.Grape Varieties:
- 80% Merlot
- 20% Syrah
Winemaking:
The grapes are harvested by hand with strict quality control in the vineyard. After destemming and careful berry selection, whole berries are transferred by gravity into concrete tanks without crushing. Cold maceration precedes fermentation, followed by controlled alcoholic fermentation and extended warm maceration for depth of extraction. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged for one year in French oak barrels, adding structure and quiet complexity. The final blend is filtered and bottled.Food Pairing & Serving Suggestions
Enira Neipperg Selection 2021 pairs well with dishes that echo its depth and warmth:- Red meats: Braised beef, roasted lamb
- Hearty dishes: Slow-cooked stews, mushroom-based dishes
- Cheeses: Aged semi-hard and hard cheeses
Rosé Enira Grande Cuvee 2024
- 62% Petit Verdot
- 38% Syrah
Grande Cuvée 2020
- Primary aromas: Blue plum, blackberry and blueberry.
- Secondary notes: Roasted nuts and cacao.
- 40 hl/ha
- 28% Merlot
- 27% Syrah
- 28% Petit Verdot
- 17% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Red meats: Grilled or roasted beef, lamb dishes
- Gastronomy: Truffle-based cuisine, rich stews
- Cheeses: Aged hard cheeses
MORE THAN WINE
Rooted in a land with deep winemaking heritage
Set in a region shaped by centuries of viticultural tradition, Bessa Valley works at the intersection of Bordeaux winemaking know-how and the distinctive character of its terroir.
The complex interplay between diverse soils and a continental climate defines the style of the wines. Clay-limestone soils provide structure and depth, while preserving freshness and mineral tension.
Merlot is the leading variety, representing over 50% of the vineyards, in line with the natural expression of the terroir. Syrah, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Sauvignon are planted on the upper slopes, where conditions best suit their character and ripening profile.
Alongside the red varieties, Marsanne, Roussanne, and Viognier are cultivated to shape a refined and expressive white wine portfolio.
Bordeaux tradition
A precious heritage of over 800 years of winemaking know-how.
Tasting
A wine meant to be tasted and talked about.
Terroir
The soil is the source of all great wine. A complex interaction between soils of clay and limestone and climate.
Lifestyle
Wine - a symbol, a tradition and absolute aesthetically pleasing craftsmanship, a mix of philosophy and pleasure.
