{"id":1116,"date":"2024-11-11T23:34:41","date_gmt":"2024-11-11T21:34:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gorun.bg\/produkt\/red-cuvee-reserve-2020\/"},"modified":"2026-06-11T22:40:05","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T19:40:05","slug":"red-cuvee-reserve-2020","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/gorun.bg\/en\/produkt\/red-cuvee-reserve-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"RED CUV\u00c9E RESERVE 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><strong>RED CUV\u00c9E RESERVE 2022<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\nGorun wInery 60% Cabernet Sauvignon | 40% Cabernet Franc<\/p>\n<p>The Story of the Wine<br \/>\nRed Cuv\u00e9e Reserve 2022 was born from the desire to unite the strongest qualities of the two leading red varieties in the Gorun Winery vineyards \u2013 the structure and power of Cabernet Sauvignon with the elegance and aromatic complexity of Cabernet Franc.<br \/>\nThe 2022 vintage stands out with perfectly ripe grapes, allowing for the creation of a wine with depth, balance, and excellent aging potential in the bottle. The two varieties were vinified separately. The final blend was crafted after a careful selection of the finest vessels. The wines then continued their maturation together in specially selected French oak barrels, where the wine developed its complexity, balance, and character. <\/p>\n<p>Terroir<br \/>\nThe grapes originate from Gorun Winery&#8217;s own vineyards, located in the Pchelina area near the town of Iskar, in the heart of the Danubian Plain.<br \/>\nThe region is characterized by typical chernozem (black earth) over a loess base with the presence of limestone. The combination of soils with good water retention, constant winds, and high diurnal temperature variations (large temperature shifts between day and night) creates excellent conditions for achieving ripeness, concentration, and aromatic complexity in the grapes. <\/p>\n<p>Vinification and Aging<br \/>\nFollowing careful hand-harvesting and grape selection, a short cold maceration is performed. This is followed by temperature-controlled fermentation and extended skin contact to extract color, structure, and aromatic potential.<br \/>\nThe wine ages for 12 months in stainless steel tanks to stabilize and develop its fruit character, followed by 12 months of aging in French oak barrels. After bottling, it undergoes additional bottle aging, which contributes to the harmony and complexity of the final product.<\/p>\n<p>Tasting Profile<br \/>\nColor: Intense ruby color with deep garnet undertones.<br \/>\nAroma: A complex aromatic bouquet with notes of black cherry, cassis, and ripe wild berries, complemented by nuances of sweet spices, cedar, cocoa, tobacco, and subtle oak.<br \/>\nTaste: Full-bodied, concentrated, and well-structured wine with velvety tannins, excellent balance between fruit and oak, and a long, elegant finish.<\/p>\n<p>Food Pairing<br \/>\nRed Cuv\u00e9e Reserve 2022 is an excellent partner for:<br \/>\nBeef steaks and roasted red meat<br \/>\nLamb and game<br \/>\nSlow-cooked meat dishes<br \/>Aged hard cheeses<br \/>Mushroom and truffle dishes<br \/>Serving Temperature: 16\u201318\u00b0C<br \/>Decanting: Decanting 30\u201360 minutes before serving is highly recommended.<\/p>\n<p>AWARDS<br \/>\n2021 Vintage \u2013 Decanter World Wine Awards \u2013 90 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