ShineON – Blanc de Noir
Blanc de Noir by Bessa Valley
There is something inherently paradoxical in crafting a white wine from red grapes — a quiet transformation that challenges expectations and rewards curiosity.
Shine ON Blanc de Noir by Bessa Valley is exactly that. Inspired by the timeless energy of music and the idea of expressing individuality, it brings together precision and emotion in a refined, contemporary style.
The Art of Blanc de Noir
Blanc de Noir — “white from black” — is one of the most delicate expressions in winemaking. Its essence lies in gentle extraction, allowing the juice of red grapes to remain clear, untouched by colour.
Crafted from 100% Merlot, Shine ON begins in the vineyard, where grapes are harvested slightly before full ripeness to preserve freshness and natural acidity.
From there, every step is guided by precision:
- Only free-run juice is used
- Pressing is gentle and controlled
- Fermentation takes place at 14°C
- The process follows white winemaking techniques throughout
The result is purity — effortless, clean and precise.
A Wine of Lightness & Clarity
In the glass, Shine ON reveals a luminous, almost weightless character.
The aromas unfold with subtle elegance — pear, melon and delicate exotic notes.
On the palate, the wine is fresh, vibrant and juicy.
The finish is clean, refined and quietly expressive.
This is not a wine that seeks attention — it draws you in.
A Modern Expression
Shine ON moves between worlds — tradition and modernity, technique and feeling.
A wine for those who choose their own path.
Shine ON — in your own way.
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Syrah 2019
A Focused and Limited Expression of Syrah
Domaine Bessa Valley Syrah 2019 is a concentrated and purposeful expression of Syrah, drawn from the finest parcels of the estate. This limited cuvée reflects the depth and natural spice of the variety, shaped by patient maturation in new French oak. It is a wine of presence and structure, composed rather than demonstrative.
Limited production: only 3,756 bottles.
Tasting Profile & Sensory Experience
The wine presents a deep, intense colour. The aromatic profile is marked by varietal spice and dark fruit, supported by subtle oak-derived notes that add depth without excess.
On the palate, Syrah 2019 is rich and layered, with a firm structure and a sense of breadth. The spice-driven character is complemented by dark fruit and discreet smoky nuances from the new oak. The finish is long and resonant, carrying both depth and freshness.
Terroir & Grape Variety
This Syrah comes from selected parcels of Domaine Bessa Valley, chosen for their ability to deliver concentration and aromatic intensity. The limited production reflects a focused selection rather than volume.
Grape Variety:
- 100% Syrah
Winemaking & Ageing
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 18 months in French oak barrels, exclusively new oak, to build structure and complexity. The final blend is filtered and bottled.
Food Pairing & Serving
Domaine Bessa Valley Syrah 2019 pairs naturally with dishes that echo its spice and depth:
- Meat dishes: Grilled and roasted red meats
- Pasta: Pasta with spicy or richly seasoned sauces
- Cheeses: Soft and creamy cheeses
Serving temperature: 16–18°C
Cellaring & Production
Cellaring potential: Suitable for further ageing, with the structure to evolve gracefully over the next 8–12 years.
Limited production: 3,756 bottles.
Enira 2019
Enira 2019: The Signature Red of Bessa Valley
Enira 2019 stands at the heart of Bessa Valley’s identity. It is a wine shaped by long-term vision, patient work in the vineyards and a clear understanding of balance. This vintage brings together the depth of the Thracian Lowlands and the quiet precision of a Bordeaux-inspired approach, resulting in a composed and confident expression of style.
Tasting Profile & Sensory Experience
The wine reveals an attractive dark garnet colour. The bouquet is intense yet refined, unfolding in clear layers:
- Primary aromas: Plum, red cherry and forest fruits.
- Secondary notes: Soft milk chocolate and gentle vanilla.
On the palate, Enira 2019 is dense and rounded, carried by a silky texture. The balance between ripe fruit and oak tannins is natural and unforced, allowing the wine to move with ease. The finish is smooth, soft and long, completing the impression of a wine built on harmony rather than excess.
Terroir & Grape Varieties
The vineyards of Bessa Valley, set on clay-limestone soils, offer the conditions for slow, even ripening and depth of flavour. The 2019 vintage reflects both the character of the site and the discipline of careful winemaking.
Grape Varieties:
- 42% Merlot
- 36% Syrah
- 12% Petit Verdot
- 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
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. Cold maceration precedes fermentation, followed by controlled alcoholic fermentation and extended maceration.
After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged in French oak barrels: 15% for 12 months, 35% for 24 months and 50% for 36 months. The final blend is lightly filtered and bottled.
Food Pairing & Serving
Enira 2019 is a versatile wine at the table, well suited to dishes that mirror its depth and balance:
- Red meats: Roasted lamb, beef fillet, slow-cooked beef
- Game: Venison, wild boar
- Cheeses: Aged and semi-hard cheeses
Serving temperature: 16–18°C
Cellaring & Production
Cellaring potential: Drinking well now, with the structure to evolve gracefully over the next 6–10 years.
Average annual production: 150,000 bottles (0.75 L)
Rosé Enira 2025
A Luminous and Refined Rosé from Bessa Valley
Rosé Enira 2025 presents the fresh, lighter expression of the Enira style. Crafted with the same attention to balance and detail as the red and white wines, this rosé combines delicacy with presence. It reflects a composed approach to rosé winemaking, where freshness, purity of fruit and texture are allowed to speak naturally.
Tasting Profile & Sensory Experience
The wine displays a very pale, luminous rosé colour with delicate orange hues.
The bouquet is pure and intense, unfolding with clarity:
- Primary aromas: Strawberry and raspberry.
- Secondary notes: Mango, pear and subtle spring flowers.
On the palate, Rosé Enira 2025 is soft and rounded, with a precise sense of freshness and well-measured acidity. The texture is smooth, carrying the fruit with ease. The finish is long and elegant, generous in fruit yet restrained, leaving a refined and vibrant impression.
Terroir & Grape Varieties
Selected vineyard parcels in Bessa Valley provide the balance between aromatic intensity and freshness required for a refined rosé style. Careful timing of the harvest ensures purity of fruit and natural acidity.
Grape Varieties:
- 66% Syrah
- 34% Petit Verdot
Winemaking & Ageing
The parcels are carefully selected, and detailed grape analyses determine the optimal harvest time. The grapes are hand-picked with strict quality control in the vineyard, followed by gentle destemming and sorting of whole berries.
Direct pneumatic pressing allows precise control of juice parameters, including colour, total acidity and phenolic balance. Alcoholic fermentation proceeds at low temperatures to preserve aromatic clarity.
The wine is aged on heavy lees for three months, followed by blending and further ageing on fine lees for one to three months, adding subtle texture. The wine is then stabilised, filtered and bottled.
Food Pairing & Serving
Rosé Enira 2025 is well suited to lighter cuisine and relaxed dining, while retaining enough structure to accompany more nuanced dishes:
- Seafood: Grilled prawns, tuna tartare, seafood salads
- Light dishes: Fresh salads, summer vegetables, soft cheeses
- Mediterranean flavours: Dishes with herbs, citrus and olive oil
Serving temperature: 8–10°C
Cellaring Potential
Best enjoyed young for its brightness and aromatic freshness, within 1–2 years of the vintage.
Petit Enira 2020
Petit Enira 2020: A Refined Bordeaux-Inspired Blend with Depth and Elegance
Petit Enira 2020 is a harmonious blend of 63% Merlot, 29% Syrah and 8% Petit Verdot, offering a composed and approachable expression of Bessa Valley's distinctive winemaking style. Merlot brings softness and generous fruit, Syrah contributes depth and subtle spice, while Petit Verdot adds structure and complexity.
Shaped by balance rather than excess, the wine brings together ripe fruit, freshness and refined tannins in a confident yet elegant 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 highlights the natural harmony between the three grape varieties. Merlot provides a generous, fruit-driven foundation, complemented by the spicy character of Syrah and the structural elegance of Petit Verdot.
Careful work in the vineyard and cellar has resulted in a well-balanced wine that combines immediate appeal with the potential for graceful development.
Terroir & Winemaking
Grape Varieties:
- 63% Merlot
- 29% Syrah
- 8% Petit Verdot
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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