This white has a big, lovely floral nose that leads into bigger, more complex fruit flavors with some heft, but also a poise that keeps it from plodding. Accessible and pretty, the wine is good for solo sipping or paired with cheeses, or even desserts.
— S.K.
(8/1/2008)
Fresh and floral, this is abundantly fragrant with notes of sweet cherry blossom and freshly cut herb. The palate is crisp and dry, with zesty hints of underripe stone fruit and lemon. Brisk and clean on the finish.
— A.I.
(12/1/2012)
At $8, this is a great find, and has the exotic Bulgarian label to boot. The nose is all lemon zest and spice, and on the palate there is a lively, minerally punch with soft citrus flavors layered over it. A lovely summer sipping wine, best paired with seafood and salads.
— S.K.
(8/1/2008)
Aromatically, this Bulgarian Riesling is quite pretty with loads of freshly pressed apples, elderflowers and Meyer lemon scents. Light bodied and dry with a racy acidity, its palate is austere but has some muted floral and honeydew flavors.
— A.I.
(12/1/2010)
This refreshing Chardonnay—with aromas of grapefruit and lemon and flavors of zesty grapefruit and lemon zest—is anchored by a weight that gives it balance. Overall, the wine finds a great middle ground and is food friendly.
— S.K.
(8/1/2008)
Aromas of sweet honey and caramelized sugar on this Bulgarian Riesling belie a palate that’s crisp, dry and bristling with acidity. Fresh lemon and apple flavors lack concentration but finish briskly with a hint of dusty minerality.
— A.I.
(12/1/2012)
Light, delicate aromas of lemon and flowers lead on this Riesling, and on the tongue; it offers a nice intermingling of fruit, flowers and zest. It’s a touch tart and angular, though, with overriding lemon on the palate, but at this price, it makes for a good everyday quaff.
— S.K.
(8/1/2008)
A curious bouquet of lemongrass, pine needles and green florals, this Bulgarian Traminer boasts pretty floral scents and flavors accented with notes of apple and lemon. The dry, medium-bodied palate is a bit dusty, however, with an abrasive acidity on the finish.
— A.I.
(5/1/2011)