DUO by Enira 2022
Merlot and Syrah in a perfect balance.
DUO by Enira 2022 brings together Merlot and Syrah in an even partnership. This wine reflects the idea of balance through contrast – softness and depth, fruit and earth, freshness and quiet warmth. It is an approachable yet thoughtful expression of the Bessa Valley style.
Tasting Profile & Sensory Experience
The wine shows a dark ruby colour, clear and vivid. The aromatic profile is open and expressive, offering:
- Primary aromas: Plum, black cherry and blueberry.
- Secondary notes: Subtle leather, toasted bread and gentle earthy nuances.
On the palate, DUO by Enira 2022 is soft and well-knit, with a medium body and a smooth, homogeneous texture. Earthy tones add depth beneath the fruit, giving the wine a grounded, composed character. The finish is fruity and persistent, leaving a clean and lasting impression.
Terroir & Grape Varieties
The vineyards of Bessa Valley provide the conditions for steady ripening and balanced fruit expression, allowing both Merlot and Syrah to retain their identity while finding common ground in the blend.
Grape Varieties:
- 50% Merlot
- 50% Syrah
Winemaking & Ageing
The grapes are harvested by hand with careful quality control in the vineyard. After destemming and berry selection on vibrating tables, the fruit is transferred by gravity into concrete tanks without crushing.
Cold maceration is followed by controlled alcoholic fermentation and warm maceration, allowing for a gentle and precise extraction.
After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels – 30% two-year-old and 70% three-year-old barrels – adding texture and subtle complexity without dominating the fruit. The final blend is filtered and bottled.
Food Pairing & Serving
DUO by Enira 2022 is an easy companion at the table, well suited to everyday dining as well as more refined dishes:
- Meats: Roasted chicken, pork tenderloin, grilled sausages
- Vegetarian dishes: Lentil stews, roasted root vegetables
- Cheeses: Semi-hard cheeses and mild aged varieties
Serving temperature: 15–17°C
Cellaring Potential
Designed to be enjoyed young, with the ability to develop additional nuance over the next 3–5 years.
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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
Cellaring potential: 10–15+ years
Petit Verdot 2019
Petit Verdot 2019: A Deep and Focused Expression of the Variety
Petit Verdot 2019 is a concentrated and distinctive expression of this demanding variety from Bessa Valley. Drawn from carefully selected parcels and matured with patience, the wine reflects depth, structure and aromatic complexity, held together by balance and poise rather than sheer power.
Limited production: only 2,400 bottles.
Tasting Profile & Sensory Experience
The wine shows an inky, deep purple colour with remarkable intensity. The bouquet is layered and expressive:
- Primary aromas: Plum and forest fruits.
- Secondary notes: Fresh mint, cinnamon and delicate floral tones of lilac.
On the palate, Petit Verdot 2019 reveals a powerful structure and high density, yet remains rounded and composed thanks to its noble, soft tannins. The finish is long and concentrated, confirming the distinctive character and inner depth of the variety.
Terroir & Grape Variety
Petit Verdot is cultivated in selected parcels where the variety can reach full phenolic maturity. The limited production reflects a focused approach, privileging quality and character over volume.
Grape Variety:
- 100% Petit Verdot
Winemaking & Ageing
The grapes are harvested by hand with strict quality control in the vineyard. After gentle 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 to achieve depth of extraction.
After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, exclusively new oak, building structure and complexity. The final blend is filtered and bottled.
Food Pairing & Serving
Petit Verdot 2019 pairs naturally with richly flavoured and structured dishes:
- Red meats: Grilled beef, slow-roasted lamb
- Game: Venison and wild game dishes
- Cheeses: Aged, firm cheeses
Serving temperature: 16–18°C
Cellaring & Production
Cellaring potential: Suitable for extended ageing, with the structure to evolve over the next 10–15 years.
Average annual production: 2,400 bottles (0.75 L)
Enira White 2025
Enira White 2025: A Luminous White Blend from Bessa Valley
Enira White 2025 offers a fresh perspective on the Enira style, expressed through a refined white blend. It brings together the natural generosity of Southern Rhône varieties with the clarity and balance shaped by the Bessa Valley terroir. The result is a white wine with presence and poise, combining aromatic richness with measured freshness.
Tasting Profile & Sensory Experience
The wine has a brilliant light golden colour. The bouquet is generous and expressive, revealing aromas of apricot, peach, quince, elderberry, lime and honey.
On the palate, Enira White 2025 is rich and textured, with a supple, almost oily mouthfeel balanced by precise, refreshing crispness. Silkiness and freshness come together naturally, while long-lasting fruitiness completes the wine.
Terroir & Grape Varieties
Carefully selected vineyard parcels provide the balance between ripeness and freshness required for this style of white wine. Each variety is treated individually to preserve its character and contribute clarity to the final blend.
- 50% Marsanne
- 23% Roussanne
- 27% Viognier
Winemaking
The parcels are selected and monitored to determine the optimal harvest date. Grapes are hand-picked with quality control in the vineyard, followed by gentle destemming and careful berry selection.
Direct pneumatic pressing allows precise control over juice parameters such as colour, acidity and phenolic balance. Each variety is fermented separately at low temperatures to preserve aromatic purity.
The wine undergoes bâtonnage on fine lees for 3–6 months under controlled conditions, adding texture and depth. After blending, the wine is stabilised, filtered and bottled.
Food Pairing & Serving
Enira White 2025 pairs naturally with dishes that highlight freshness and aromatic nuance:
- Seafood: Grilled sea bass, scallops, prawns
- White meats: Chicken with citrus or herbs
- Vegetarian dishes: Roasted vegetables, risotto with spring herbs
- Cheeses: Fresh and soft cheeses
Serving temperature: 10–12°C
Cellaring Potential
Enjoyable now for its brightness and aromatic freshness, with the ability to develop subtle complexity over the next 2–4 years.
Petit Enira 2020
Petit Enira 2020: A Refined Merlot with Quiet Depth
Petit Enira 2020 offers a composed and approachable expression of Merlot from Bessa Valley. It is a wine shaped by balance rather than excess, where fruit, freshness and structure meet in a calm and confident style.
Tasting Profile & Sensory Experience
The wine shows a deep ruby colour, clear and inviting. The aromatic profile is warm and layered:
- Primary aromas: Black cherry and blackcurrant.
- Secondary notes: Roasted spices and a discreet touch of cinnamon.
On the palate, Petit Enira 2020 is medium-bodied, with a lively, refreshing acidity that brings clarity to the fruit. The tannins are silky and well integrated, creating a smooth, velvety texture. Ripe fruit is supported by gentle structure, and the finish is balanced and nuanced, leaving a lasting impression of fresh fruit and subtle spice.
Vintage Character
The 2020 vintage brings out the natural elegance of Merlot, combining varietal clarity with a sense of harmony. Careful work in the vineyard and cellar has resulted in a wine that is both accessible in its youth and capable of graceful development.
Terroir & Winemaking
Grape Variety:
- 100% Merlot
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.
After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, 30% new and 70% one-year-old, adding structure and subtle complexity without overshadowing the fruit.
The final blend is filtered and bottled.
Food Pairing & Serving
Petit Enira 2020 pairs naturally with a wide range of dishes and is equally enjoyable on its own:
- Meats: Roast chicken, pork, veal and duck
- Hearty dishes: Pasta with rich sauces and mushroom dishes
- Cheeses: Semi-hard and mildly aged cheeses
Serving temperature: 16–18°C
Cellaring Potential
Enjoyable now for its balance and freshness, with the ability to develop further nuance over the next 5–7 years.
Kiss of Life – Rosé
The Language of Delicacy
Some wines speak loudly. Others leave a lasting impression in silence.
Kiss of Life Rosé by Bessa Valley belongs to the latter — a wine defined by nuance, elegance and precision. Inspired by the quiet emotional depth of music, it celebrates those subtle moments that stay with us the longest.
The Philosophy of Delicacy
Creating a refined rosé is not about doing more, but about doing less — with absolute precision.
Crafted from Syrah, Petit Verdot and Merlot, Kiss of Life is guided by purity and balance. The process begins in the vineyard, with careful parcel selection, precise harvest timing and hand-picking under strict quality control.
In the winery, every step is designed to preserve finesse:
- Gentle destemming and whole-berry selection
- Direct pneumatic pressing for delicate colour extraction
- Fermentation at controlled temperatures of 14–16°C
Texture, Depth & Balance
The wine gains further dimension through ageing:
- 3 months on heavy lees
- Followed by additional ageing on fine lees
This approach brings not only freshness, but also subtle texture, depth and a soft, rounded mouthfeel.
A Rosé That Whispers
In the glass, Kiss of Life reveals a pale, luminous colour with delicate orange hues.
The aromas unfold with elegance — strawberry, raspberry, mango, pear and spring flowers.
On the palate, the wine is soft, balanced and refined.
The finish is long and graceful.
This is not a wine that seeks attention — it earns it.
The Beauty of Quiet Moments
Kiss of Life is not about intensity — it is about presence.
A wine for late afternoons, quiet conversations and moments that need no explanation.
Kiss of Life — the quiet moments stay the longest.
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