Mavrud Reserve by Zagreus Winery

Mavrud Reserve by Zagreus Winery

Location: Thracian Valley, Bulgaria
Grapes: 100% Mavrud
Style: Full-Bodied Red | Organic | Bulgarian Oak | 14% ABV

savoury, rich, complex | dark red fruits, pepper, dark chocolate | long + persistent finish

Winemaker(s): Zagreus Winery — a modern Bulgarian estate working fully organically, championing native varieties (especially Mavrud) and blending regional identity with careful craftsmanship.

Winemaking: Destemmed and fermented at 24–26°C; aged 12 months in Bulgarian oak, then over six months in bottle. Rich, structured and built to age for up to eight years.

Name Meaning: “Mavrud” comes from the Greek mavro — “black” — a nod to the grape’s deep colour and intensity.

Interesting Fact: Mavrud is one of Bulgaria’s oldest indigenous red varieties — famed historically for strength, longevity and its naturally high tannins and acidity.

Serve With: Lamb, pork, smoked meats, aged or pungent cheeses, mushroom dishes and earthy herbs — best served at 16–18°C (decant 30 minutes).

When to drink at Christmas: Christmas Day afternoon. Fire on, sit on couch, drink this, enjoy a nap