Well, shit just got real, because this is now the second Bulgarian red wine that has knocked my socks off.
Domaine Bessa Petit Enira 2010
Where: I just told you. Same Thracian region as the Mezzek from a while ago.
Aroma: Ripe, red strawberries. Minerality and earth, but very dry - this isn't the damp earth scent that you find in, say, some Burgundies.
Flavor: The fruit comes up first - strawberry and red fruit, giving way to some savory herbs and minerality with a touch of earthiness...but again, a dry kind of earth. Medium-light body, fairly acidic.
Food: Talk about versatility. Those little savory notes plus high acidity equals going with nearly anything other than light seafood preparations, though this would still work like a champ with a nicely seared, spiced tuna steak or some salmon. It stood up very well to lasagna earlier, so this could be a good substitute for a Chianti or Barbera if you want to go the Italian route.
BTW, this was like $10...drinks like it cost way more than that. Scoop it up while you can!
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