Syrah 2021

The best red wine in Bulgaria – DiVino Top 50 2025.

Domaine Bessa Valley Syrah 2021 represents the pinnacle of the estate’s philosophy — a wine where precision, terroir and time align to create something truly exceptional. Awarded Best Red Wine in Bulgaria at DiVino Top 50 2025, this vintage stands as a benchmark for Syrah in the region. Limited to 3000 bottles only!

Tasting Profile & Sensory Experience

The colour is deep, intense crimson, reflecting the wine’s concentration and maturity. The nose is rich and layered, opening with blueberry, bramble and ripe dark cherry, followed by nuances of fig, spice and lightly toasted oak. The aromatic profile evolves in the glass, revealing increasing complexity and depth. On the palate, Syrah 2021 is full, refined and beautifully structured. The tannins are silky yet present, supporting a core of ripe fruit and subtle earthy tones. The balance is precise, with freshness and richness held in perfect tension. The finish is long, elegant and remarkably persistent — a defining signature of a great vintage.

Terroir & Winemaking

Produced from carefully selected parcels, this wine follows the estate’s most rigorous standards:
  • Manual harvesting with strict quality control
  • Double selection of grapes
  • Gravity-fed vinification without crushing
  • Cold maceration and controlled fermentation
  • Extended extraction for depth and structure
  • Malolactic fermentation
  • Aging in new French oak barrels for 18 months
The result is a wine of precision, depth and exceptional aging potential — a true flagship expression of Syrah.

A Landmark Vintage

Recognised as the finest red wine in Bulgaria, Syrah 2021 is not just a vintage — it is a statement. A wine that defines the capabilities of the Thracian terroir and elevates it to international level.

Food Pairing & Serving

  • Prime cuts of beef and lamb
  • Game and truffle-based dishes
  • Refined gastronomy and aged cheeses
Serving temperature: 16–18°C Cellaring potential: 10–15+ years
Rate: 1 EUR = 1.95583 BGN

Syrah 2020

A refined and confident expression of Syrah, shaped by precision and balance.

Domaine Bessa Valley Syrah 2020 continues the estate’s pursuit of purity and structure, capturing the natural elegance of the variety through careful selection and disciplined winemaking. Drawn from selected parcels, this vintage reveals a slightly more open and expressive profile, while preserving the depth and composure that define the style.

Tasting Profile & Sensory Experience

The wine shows a deep, vibrant purple colour, immediately suggesting concentration and intensity. The aromatic profile unfolds with layers of blackberry and blueberry, intertwined with clove, tobacco and subtle hints of dark chocolate. A delicate smoky nuance adds further depth. On the palate, Syrah 2020 is velvety and structured, with polished tannins and a balanced, high-medium body. The fruit remains pure and lifted, supported by fine mineral tension and a savoury edge. The finish is long, elegant and persistent, leaving a sense of harmony and quiet power.

Terroir & Winemaking

This wine follows the estate’s signature vinification approach, focused on preserving fruit integrity and building structure through precision:
  • Manual harvesting with strict vineyard selection
  • Careful destemming and berry sorting
  • Gravity transfer into concrete tanks without crushing
  • Cold maceration for aromatic extraction
  • Controlled fermentation and extended maceration
  • Malolactic fermentation
  • Aging for 18 months in 100% new French oak
The result is a wine that balances concentration with finesse, expressing both the character of the vintage and the identity of the terroir.

Food Pairing & Serving

  • Grilled and roasted red meats
  • Game and slow-cooked dishes
  • Aged and creamy cheeses
Serving temperature: 16–18°C Cellaring potential: 8–12+ years
Rate: 1 EUR = 1.95583 BGN