site.btaWinery Plans Tasting Room and Showcases Boutique Wines

BTA will present dozens of Bulgarian wineries in the New BG WINE Leads the Way series ahead of the 9th UN Global Conference on Wine Tourism, which will be hosted in Plovdiv. The forum is organized by the Ministry of Tourism in partnership with the UN World Tourism Organization.

Bratya Georgievi Winery plans to open a tasting room for visitors, owner Todor Georgiev said on Sunday. The boutique winery in Ploski, near Ilindentsi, produces approximately 15,000 bottles of wine, primarily from its own Shiroka Melnishka Loza vineyards.

Founded in 2014 by two brothers, Bratya Georgievi Winery is a boutique producer and does not supply large retail chains. Customers purchase wines through the online shop or receive regular deliveries as returning clients. The vineyards near Ploski and Ilindentsi are located at the highest elevations in the region.

“Our wines are made for pleasure. For more than seven years, we have taken part in the Balkans International Wine Competition, winning gold, silver, and bronze medals, which puts our wines in a higher quality class,” Georgiev said. He noted that this year’s grape harvest is smaller in quantity but very good in terms of quality, as less rainfall led to smaller berries with better flavour.

Building a winery takes years, Georgiev said, with the main objective of establishing quality and brand recognition in the market. The winery participates in numerous events, including charity initiatives where it donates wine, and consistently supports non-governmental organizations. Boutique wine tourism is a key priority. While there is currently no tasting room, plans are underway to open one, allowing visitors to sample wines on site, Georgiev added.