Name: 2007 Katarzyna Estate "Halla" MerlotProducer: Trylinski Family Katarzyna Vineyards
Region: Bulgaria, Svilengrad, Thracian Valley Region
Classification: N/A
Type: Red Wine
Variety: 100% Merlot
Year/Vintage: 2007
Bottle Size: 750ml
Purchased: $14.99, PA Wine Store
Date Logged: 10/03/2009
Pairing(s): Grilled steak, grilled pork chops
My Rating: 3 Stars
This is my first experience at a Bulgarian wine, and I was fairly pleased with the experience. Dark garnet color with a fairly closed nose, almost to the point of being aromatically challenged. Nice and fruity on the palate, though, with plenty of plum and strawberry jam flavors up front. Moderate tannins, with a short finish. Hints of mild oak and vanilla went well with both the steak and the pork chops.
