Some places are all about ticking off attractions. Melnik isn’t one of them. Bulgaria’s smallest town is somewhere to slow down, order another glass of wine and simply soak up the atmosphere. Surrounded by dramatic sandstone cliffs and famous for its centuries-old winemaking tradition, Melnik feels unlike anywhere else in the country. Whether you’re planning…
One of the things I love most about exploring Bulgaria’s wineries is that every estate has its own personality. Uva Nestum impressed me from the moment we arrived. Set just outside Gotse Delchev, surrounded by vineyards and with spectacular mountain views in every direction, I was expecting a pleasant winery hotel. What I wasn’t expecting…
Located in the picturesque village of Ustina, just a short drive from Plovdiv, Villa Yustina combines a welcoming boutique winery with comfortable accommodation, beautiful gardens and some of our favourite Bulgarian wines. It’s a wonderfully peaceful place to slow down, enjoy the scenery and discover why this region has become one of Bulgaria’s leading wine…