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Assyrtiko Differente 2023
Gentle and sparkling pale colour. The nose is dominated by citrus notes of lemon and lemon zest. The body is crisp, dry and tight, finishing slightly mineral. Pairs well with fish, seafood and fresh Mediterranean salads.
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Libera Estate is a new project on the wine list of Bulgaria. Libera wines were first vinified in 2013, relying mainly on local and a few international varieties. This line is maintained until the beginning of 2017, when we decided to increase our portfolio of wines, which gave rise to the emergence of a new brand. The goal before us is to show the true appearance of Bulgarian wine by combining local centuries-old traditions and the modern look of our team. Our vineyards number more than 350 decares in the land of the villages of Hotovo, Lozenitsa and Zornitsa. We are located 9 km. from Sandanski and 6 km. from Melnik in an area steeped in history and wine. The valley of the river Struma is an extremely interesting terroir, characterized by mild winters and hot summers, and the mountains that surround us are an important factor and also determine the nature of our wines.
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