Santa Sarah BIN 0.375 is a blend made up of 50% SS BIN 40 Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% SS BIN 41 Merlot. SS BIN 40 Cabernet Sauvignon with the 2002 vintage has received high recognition and ratings from foreign specialists, including MW Caroline Gilby, who awarded it a "Grand Diploma of Honor" during one of the first tastings of Bulgarian wines. Jancis Robinson was a chairwoman of the judging panel. On the other hand, the SS BIN 41 Merlot has also gained attention with the 2008 vintage, that was awarded the Grand trophy for "Best Balkan wine" at the First Balkan International Wine Competition in 2012. This wine showcases the potential of Merlot wines in Bulgaria. The name of the wine, "BIN," comes from the German expression "Ich bin" (I am), and it indicates the age of Ivailo, in the year when the wine was first produced. The grapes for Santa Sarah BIN 0.375 2021 come entirely from the estate's own vineyards located in the area of Goritsa. The vineyards are cared for by Neven Barakov, and the wine is created and grown under the care of Kalina Dyankova.
Alcohol by volume, %
14.50
Total acidity, g/l
5.50
Residual sugar, g/l
3.60
Bottle sizes available
375ml x 8000
Closure type
DIAM5
Bottling
2022
Serving temperature
18 °C / 64 °F
Vinification
Cold maceration at 8oC in wooden vats of French, German, and Austrian oak with a capacity of 3500 kg, stainless steel vats with a capacity of 4200 kg, and rotobarrels of Austrian oak with a capacity of 450 kg, for a period of 7 days. After the cold maceration, the grapes are fermented for 3 weeks. Following the fermentation, the grapes are subjected to a period of maceration at 31°C for 3-4 days. The final step in the winemaking process is malolactic fermentation, which takes place in 225 liters oak barrels for a period of 4 weeks.
Ageing
Тhe wine is aged for a total of 10 months in French oak barrels - 20% are new and 80% have been previously used.
Tasting notes
Dark purple color. Attractive nose with notes of ripe black fruit, dark chocolate, licorice, rosemary, mint and ink. On the palate this wine is voluminous, powerful, concentrated with satin smooth body and a spicy, noble finish.
Food pairing
Pairs well with red meats, traditional pork and game meat dishes, pasta and mature cheeses. Its structure and complexity can be appreciated on their own, without the need for food pairings.