Manastira

Wine cellar Manastira is located in Lesichovo village, near Pazardzhik in a very accessible area. A short wine drive from the Trakia highway and you are in a magical place surrounded by vineyards and astonishing views.

The name of the cellar is inspired by a spiritual community that arose during the Second Bulgarian Kingdom along the waters of the Topolnitsa River, 3 km from Lesichovo.

There was once a miraculous icon of the Holy Virgin in a monastery but the monastery was burned by the Turks and its existence is evidenced by the thick foundations in the ground that resisted the fire.

Wine cellar Manastira has 30 ha of vineyards and grows the following varieties – Cabernet Sauvignon, Mavrud, Merlot, Syrah, Ancelota, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Muscat Ottonel.

The weather conditions of this region provide good conditions for the production of rich, dense and memorable red wines from the Cabernet Sauvignon and Mavrud varieties. The right combination of climatic and soil characteristics favours the excellent quality of the vines and the unique character of the wines. There are white and red varieties of grapes in the region with the latter being dominant in quantity.

Middle East, Riverside and Ilaya are the wine cellars three brands. If you wish to get to know more about them from the source itself (their technologist) in the authentic atmopshere surounded by the vineyards make sure to book your visit in advance.

If you are already in the region take a look at some of our other recommendations on what to visit: HERE