Wine Is Loud: six cities, six wines, six rock scenes
Speaker: Emil Koralov, in Bulgarian
€
25
Can wine sound? And can a city be both a concert stage and a gateway to a wine region? In this tasting session, Emil Koralov from DiVino will take the audience on a rock and roll wine journey through six European cities, where big concerts, festival culture and nearby vineyards create a common territory of taste, sound and character. Each of the six wines will be associated with a specific city and its surrounding wine region - from the urban vineyards of Vienna to the southern energy of Athens. And between the stage and the glass, bigger questions will also arise: why rock is not afraid of the audience, how wine can speak more boldly and why good wine, like good rock, should remain in the memory.
DATES OF HOLDING: 10.07 Friday, 17:30 12.07 Sunday, 16:00
From the coast to the volcano: Sicily in a glass of wine
Lecturer: Prof. Hristo Spasov, in Bulgarian
€
25
Sicily is one of the most exciting and contrasting wine regions in the world. This presentation is for anyone who wants to discover the magic of the island through its wines. We will explore how the fiery volcanic soils, the hot sun and the cool sea breeze shape the character of the local varieties. During the master class we will taste 6 specially selected white and red wines, representing the different styles, faces and unique terroir of Southern Italy.
DATES OF HOLDING: 11.07 Saturday, 16:00 12.07 Sunday, 17:30
The Bulgarian touch in the world's wine palette
Lecturer: Prof. Hristo Spasov, in Bulgarian
€
25
Where does the uniqueness of Bulgarian wine lie and how does it compare to global trends? This tasting is for curious wine lovers who want to delve deeper into the character of our iconic local varieties. We will examine their specifics, the specific wine regions in our country and what distinguishes them from popular international classics. The emphasis is on detailed sensory analysis – we will taste 3 white and 3 red wines that illustrate the best of authentic Bulgarian taste.
DATES OF HOLDING: 11.07 Saturday, 19:00 12.07 Sunday, 14:30
Fresh, dynamic, modern: Sauvignon Blanc vs. Riesling
Speaker: Yasen Zahariev, in Bulgarian
€
25
When it comes to fresh white wines, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling hold the crown, but they wear it in a completely different way. In this course, we will pit these two great varieties against each other. We will explore how their freshness manifests itself – from the explosive herbal and tropical notes of Sauvignon to the clean, mineral and citrusy structure of Riesling. To complete the intrigue, we will taste a selection of top Bulgarian wineries side by side with classic foreign examples. Are you ready to choose your favorite?
DATES OF HOLDING: 11.07 Saturday, 14:30 12.07 Sunday, 19:00
Mapping Diversity Across Bulgaria's Wine Regions
Lecturer: Sofia Koralova, English
€
25
Bulgaria has thousands of years of winemaking history, but today it is undergoing its most exciting modern renaissance. Join us for a journey across our diverse landscapes as we open eight exceptional bottles, tasting one wine from each of Bulgaria’s distinct regions. We will dive into the unique terroirs and stories behind each pour, exploring how our characterful indigenous grapes stand alongside global classics. It’s a dynamic, story-driven lecture designed to show you the true, modern face of Bulgarian wine.
About the Lector: A fresh, passionate voice in the wine world and a member of the DiVino team, Sofia approaches wine not just as an industry, but as a philosophy and a vibrant way to explore culture and life. Driven by deep curiosity and an enthusiastic, modern perspective, she loves sharing the stories behind the bottles and introducing international audiences to the true diversity of contemporary Bulgarian wine.
