Vinzavod Assenovgrad Assena 2002

Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon and Mavrud (a Bulgarian cross breeding of Syrah and Nebbiolo)

Country of Origin: Bulgaria
Wine appellation:Assenograd
Vintage: 2002
Alcohol content: 13.0%
Colour: Deep garnet, black garnet
Bouquet: Overripe black cherries, canned blackcurrant and a touch of coffee and dark chocolate
Taste: medium body, overripe back cherries, pleasant acidity, big fruit, pleasant tannins, blackcurrant, medium to longer finish¨

Overall score: 88
Price: ??? I think it was about 300 Kc when I bought it
Stopper: cork 

Overall impression is well balanced wine with potential for further ageing. It has a great balance across fruit, tannins and acidity to ensure further ageing. Luckily, I have a few more bottles in my cellar.