π Mavrud
An old red grape of Bulgaria from around Plovdiv and Asenovgrad.
Mavrud is an old red grape from Bulgaria. It is grown around Plovdiv and Asenovgrad, in Perushtitsa and on the Thracian Lowland, and also in Sakar.
The vine ripens late. The berries are small, dark, with thick skins. They give wine with deep colour, noticeable tannins and the ability to age. The word "mavrud" is linked to the Greek "mavros", meaning black. The variety is local, and many regard it as a symbol of Bulgarian winemaking.
It is made as a single-variety wine and in blends. Asenovgrad and Plovdiv are known for special Mavrud wines. In the glass it usually shows notes of dark berries and spice. The grape is regarded as a national treasure. The harvest is usually picked in late autumn, when the berries are fully ripe. The wine is served with grilled meat, stews and aged cheeses, and young wines are best drunk within a few years.
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- π Grape varieties
- Origin
- πΊοΈ Bulgarian wine
- Where it grows
- π Thracian Lowland, π Sakar, π Asenovgrad
- Main grape in
- π Asenovgrad, π Plovdiv, π Perushtitsa
- Offspring
- π Buket, π Trakiyska Slava
Frequently asked questions
Where does Mavrud come from?
It is an old local Bulgarian grape from the Plovdiv and Asenovgrad area.
What wine does Mavrud make?
Dark red, full-bodied, with noticeable tannins.
What does the name mean?
It is linked to a Greek word for black.
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