Bononia Estate, Koshava, Cabernet Franc

Danube Plain | Bulgaria

Pale with an attractive garnet colour, this wine has notes of plum and damson, attractive warm spice and hints of herbal characters. On the medium-bodied palate there is good fresh acidity, smooth tannins and berry fruit notes.

About the Producer

The Gamza and Cabernet Franc grapes are sourced from a single vineyard in North West Bulgaria on the shore of the Danube River, at just 35-50 metres, where the climate is temperate continental. Fermentation and maceration take place is stainless steel at controlled temperatures. The history of Bononia Estate is like a journey through the centuries starting as early as the times of the Roman Empire. In the late 19th century, one of the first breweries was established in what is now the location of the Bononia Estate, but during the period of the transition, it sank into oblivion. In 2013, in the times of the modern Bulgarian state, the company began its revival, this time as a winery using modern technologies integrated by a family of people who are passionate about their country and determined to start and grow their business here.

Food Pairing

A good match for dishes with tomato and paprika such as Goulash, or spicy Asian foods.