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SURVA Mavrud & More
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Pure, powerful and full of character
A distinctive Bulgarian red wine made from 80% Mavrud and 20% Merlot, using organically grown grapes. Rich and intense, with ripe dark fruit, spice and a beautifully juicy character.
SURVA Mavrud & More undergoes spontaneous fermentation in oak vats and matures for five months in Bulgarian oak. No additives are used during the winemaking process, and the wine is not filtered.
A pure, characterful wine in which the power of Mavrud and the softness of Merlot come beautifully together.
Mavrud takes centre stage
The powerful indigenous Bulgarian grape Mavrud lies at the heart of this wine. The addition of Merlot brings extra roundness and fruitiness, creating a fine balance between power, structure and approachability.
The result is a rich and juicy red wine with a distinctive character – pure, unfiltered and allowing the grape to express itself fully.
Purely made, with minimal intervention
The organically grown grapes are hand-harvested and undergo spontaneous fermentation in oak vats. The wine then matures for five months in Bulgarian oak barrels.
No additives are used throughout the winemaking process, and the wine is not filtered at any stage.
Only a small amount of sulphites is added before bottling – a maximum of 30 mg/l.
The result is an unfiltered, naturally made red wine in which grape, oak and origin come fully into their own.
Tasting profile
Rich, intense and juicy, with ripe dark fruit and spicy notes. Mavrud provides character and structure, while Merlot brings extra roundness and approachability. Maturation in Bulgarian oak adds depth and refinement.
Perfect for
A characterful red wine made for the table. Delicious with beef, lamb, grilled meats, slow-cooked dishes and a barbecue with plenty of character.
Also an excellent choice for anyone wanting to discover Bulgarian Mavrud in a pure, contemporary style.
TASTING NOTES
Colour: Deep, intense ruby red;
Aroma: Rich and expressive, with notes of dark fruit and spice;
Taste: Juicy and beautifully balanced, with ripe dark fruit, spice and pleasing structure. Characterful, with a long and memorable finish.
For the current vintage, alcohol content and further information, please see the Specifications tab.
FOOD PAIRING
Dishes: beef, lamb, grilled meats, slow-cooked dishes, barbecue and spiced meat dishes;
Cheeses: mature Gouda, aged Dutch cheese, Manchego and hard sheep’s cheese;
Serving temperature: 16–18°C
SURVA
SURVA is a range of natural wines from Zagreus Winery. Within SURVA, natural fermentation, traditional techniques and the purest possible expression of the grape take centre stage. The wines are made with respect for the natural character of the product and without unnecessary intervention.
SURVA Mavrud continues a wine previously released under the SANTIMENTI name. With the new generation of wines, Zagreus has brought it into the SURVA range as part of a broader rebranding of its natural-wine portfolio.
The philosophy remains unchanged: organically grown grapes, wild fermentation, minimal intervention and a focus on allowing the grape, vineyard and vintage conditions to speak as clearly as possible.
Discover more about SURVA and the philosophy behind these natural wines →
THE GRAPE MAVRUD
Mavrud – character, fruit and structure
Mavrud is one of Bulgaria’s oldest and most distinctive indigenous red grape varieties. It is closely associated with the Thracian Lowlands and is known for producing deeply coloured wines with structure, fresh acidity and a strong individual character.
Typical Mavrud can show dark fruit, mulberry, blackberry, red berries, spice and herbal nuances, supported by firm tannins and good natural freshness.
In SURVA Mavrud, the grape shows a particularly fruit-driven and supple side. The familiar structure is there, but the texture feels smoother and the fruit more immediate, making the wine especially approachable without losing its identity.
That combination of authentic Mavrud character and effortless drinkability is what defines this expression.
ZAGREUS WINERY
Zagreus Winery was built in 2004, the year of its first harvest. The modern winery operates with a fully integrated production cycle and works exclusively with grapes from its own vineyards.This allows Zagreus to control the entire process – from growing the grapes to bottling the finished wine – within one operation.
Since 2010, the vineyards have been cultivated according to European organic farming standards. No herbicides or pesticides are used.
For wines such as SURVA Mavrud, that philosophy extends into the cellar as well: organic estate-grown grapes, spontaneous fermentation and as little intervention as possible between vineyard and bottle.
Read more about Zagreus Winery ...
THRACIAN LOWLANDS
Southern Region – Thracian Lowlands
The Thracian Lowlands (Thracian valley) are one of Bulgaria’s most important wine regions, accounting for approximately 35% of the country’s total vineyard area.
The region has a moderate continental climate, a long growing season and warm summers. These conditions are particularly well suited to Mavrud, which has been associated with southern Bulgaria for generations.
The region allows Mavrud to develop ripeness and depth while retaining the acidity and structure that give the grape its distinctive character.
For SURVA Mavrud, that regional identity is expressed in a very direct way – organic fruit, natural fermentation and minimal intervention, with the character of Mavrud left firmly in the foreground.
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| Wine | |
| Grape variety | 80% Mavrud & 20% Merlot |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Type | Dry |
| Alc. % | 13% |
| Quantity | 0.75 |
| Closure | Cork |
| Fermentation | Spontaneous fermentation in oak barrels |
| Oak aging | 5 months |
| Oak barrels type | Bulgarian oak barrels, 225l |
| Region | Protected Geographical Indication, Thracian Lowlands |
Tags: Natural wine, Mavrud, Merlot, Surva
