Zagreus Family Collection Mavrud - More wine is hardly possible.
For its Zagreus Family Collection Mavrud, the Zagreus winery chooses a classic appassimento method. This results in an extremely full-bodied red wine with immensely robust acid and tannin structures that carry a fireworks display of aromas. In addition, the intense, extract-rich Zagreus Family Collection Mavrud comes in at a remarkable 14.5% alcohol by volume.
Varietally pure Mavdrud red wine from organic viticulture
The varietal-pure Zagreus Family Collection Mavrud is made from 100% Mavrud grapes, which are sustainably grown and processed at the organic-certified winery. Mavrud is one of the oldest grape varieties in Bulgaria and is grown mainly in the Plovdiv region, where the Zagreus winery is located. The grape is known for tannic, full and storable red wines.
Appassimento - water disappears, aromas concentrate
For the Zagreus Family Collection Mavrud, the entire grapes, including the style framework, are harvested by hand towards the end of September. They must not show any damage and must be absolutely healthy. Only then are they suitable for the Appassimento process, whose tradition dates back to antiquity. For this reason, small 3 kg crates are used for the elaborate harvest. On the estate, appassimento, which can be translated as "shrinkage," takes place in large covered areas outdoors. There the grapes are spread out and dried over a period of 7 weeks. During this process, their weight decreases by up to 40%. This means they can lose more than half of their water content. On the other hand, total acidity, sugar content as well as extract concentrations are now particularly high, of course. The best conditions for a tremendously powerful wine, which is aged in barriques for a full 24 months after vinification. However, the Zagreus Family Collection Mavrud is available only after another year of aging in optimal conditions in the bottle.
A rich wine for special occasions
At the end of the process is a red wine of impenetrable purple color with an intense bouquet of black olives, some licorice, cardamom as well as earthy-smoky-grassy indigo. Also present are aromas of plum jam, black berries but also pepper. In addition, there are accents of vanilla, something smoked as well as leather. In the aftertaste, spicy notes of cardamom and rosemary are dominant again. We recommend to enjoy the precious Zagreus Family Collection Mavrud at a drinking temperature of about 18 °C, preferably accompanied by expressive cheeses or air-dried food. Served with food, it can emphasize the festive occasion with outstanding game or beef dishes.
