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Siroka Melniska

Variety of grape


Summary

Variety of grape

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nameShiroka Melnishka
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colorNoir
speciesVitis vinifera
also_calledMelnik and other synonyms
originBulgaria
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Shiroka Melnishka, (), often called Melnik (Мелник, distinct from other varieties named after the town) or Broadleafed Melnik, is a red Bulgarian wine grape variety. It is planted primarily near the Greek border. In Bulgarian the grape's name means "broad-leaved vine of Melnik". As a varietal, Shiroka Melnishka has an affinity for oak which can produce pronounced tobacco notes. The wines are often compared to Châteauneuf-du-Pape with its similar profile of spice and power. The wine was a particular favourite of British Prime Minister Winston Churchill. Notable producers of wine from the variety are Abdyika Vineyard, Villa Melnik, Damianitza, Logodaj and Sintica wineries.

Synonyms

Other transliterations that have been attested include Chiroka Melnichka Losa, Chiroka Melnichka, Melnik, Shiroka Melnichka Loza, Shiroka Melnishka, and Shiroka Melnishka Loza.

References

References

  1. "Siroka Melniska". [[Vitis International Variety Catalogue]].
  2. J. Robinson ''Jancis Robinson's Wine Course'' Third Edition pg 152 Abbeville Press 2003 {{ISBN. 0-7892-0883-0
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