Bulgaria
Bulgaria Map and Comparative Exercises
From the north and south of the Balkan Mountains to the Black Sea and the Struma River: study indigenous varieties, appellations, red blends, and skin-fermented whites.
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Distinguishing the purpose of the classification
Can the map of the five regions be used as is for the legal boundaries of appellations?
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| Items for comparison. | The five geographical regions. | PGI・PDO |
|---|---|---|
| Usage | Grasp an overview of both climate and grape varieties | Read a protected designation of origin label |
| Examples | Black Sea side, Rose Valley, Struma | Dunavska Ravnina, Melnik, etc. |
| Source for confirmation | Topography and Region Explanation | Registration and individual specifications |
Not usable. Check display during registration and in the specification sheet, as purposes differ.
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Reading two winemaking processes step by step
Does contact with skins or lees mean the same as barrel aging?
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| Items for comparison. | Enira Reserva 2019 | Villa Melnik at the announcement of its Orange Wine |
|---|---|---|
| Raw material | Blend of four black varieties | Sauvignon and Keratsuda |
| Key process to focus on | Sorting and aging in French oak | 2 weeks skin fermentation and 4 weeks on lees. |
| Scope of application | Examples of 2019 red | 2016 white wine example from the release |
They are not the same: distinguish contact with what, in what vessel, and when it occurs.
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