{"title":"Fruity and Bold Reds","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"tipchenitza-tochka-red-cuvee","title":"Bulgarian Red Blend by Tipchenitza Winery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/intrepidwines.com\/2026\/02\/18\/tipchenitza-winery\/\"\u003eTipchenitza Winery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/intrepidwines.com\/2026\/02\/26\/the-danube-plains-wine-bulgaria\/\"\u003eDanubian Plain, Bulgaria\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Rubin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV: 14.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVol: 750ml  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn interesting yet crowd-pleasing red at a great price. Indigenous grape variety Rubin is an easy-drinking and easy-blending varietal, softening the firm tannins characteristic of Cabernet Sauvignon. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with grilled meats, pasta dishes, pizza, or hard cheeses. An easy-drinking but full-bodied red made to please a crowd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBulgaria’s wine history oscillates between quality and quantity. Winston Churchill’s 10 Downing Street ordered 500 litres of Bulgarian wine annually, though if your reference point is 1990’s Bulgarian wine you might be wondering why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTipchenitza Winery is part of a new wave of Bulgarian winemakers is determined to set the record straight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir focus on native varietals, craft production, and sustainability represent the confidence to embrace both past and future.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Intrepid Wines Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56288823574859,"sku":"TPTRC23","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/3699\/3611\/files\/Tipchenitza_Red_Cuvee_2023_800.jpg?v=1775660952"},{"product_id":"dorina-lindemann-red","title":"Portuguese Red Blend by Dorina Lindemann","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDorina Lindemann's wines are shaped by an unusual balance. The estate was founded by her German father after he was shipwrecked off the Portuguese coast and fell in love with the region. Dorina, who trained at the prestigious Geisenheim, joined in the 1990's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate brings Northern European rigour to the generous flavours of the Alentejo. Precision, patience, and restraint sit alongside sun and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Dorina runs Plansel with her daughters, forming a quietly confident women-led winery. Their wines reflect that dual heritage: disciplined yet expressive, structured yet generous — proof that when careful hands meet a bold landscape, something distinctive emerges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDorina Lindemann’s entry level Alentejo red shows what these native varieties can do when they’re not just thrown into fortified wine. It achieves 4 out of 5 on Vivino.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: Dorina Lindemann\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Alentejo, Portugal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Varieties: Touriga Nacional, Tinta Barroca, Touriga Franca\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV: 14% ABV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVol: 750ml \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTasting note: Juicy black fruits, soft tannins with a touch of spice and the Touriga Franca lends orange blossom notes. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with grilled meats, pasta, pizza, or hard cheeses — a juicy, easy-drinking Alentejo red made for relaxed meals and by-the-glass pouring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Intrepid Wines Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56293963858251,"sku":null,"price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/3699\/3611\/files\/DLRed.png?v=1775660946"},{"product_id":"tipchenitza-rubin","title":"Bulgarian Rubin by Tipchenitza Winery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/intrepidwines.com\/2026\/02\/18\/tipchenitza-winery\/\"\u003eTipchenitza Winery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/intrepidwines.com\/2026\/02\/26\/the-danube-plains-wine-bulgaria\/\"\u003eDanubian Plain, Bulgaria\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Varieties: Rubin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV: 14.5% ABV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVol: 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrinking Window: Drink now (2026) though has approximately three more years of potential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServing Temperature: 14-17°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIdeal Setting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the perfect big red to bring to a barbecue. It works perfectly with grilled meat and makes a good gift because of its distinctive origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep ruby colour with aromas of tobacco and chocolate. On the palate you'll get ripe red fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for a barbecue, this Rubin will stand up to grilled meat and vegetables. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSustainability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTipchenitza Winery were early adopters of the lightweight bottle, reducing the environmental impact of transporting wines. They are also members of the sustainable wine round table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Intrepid Wines Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56446873043275,"sku":"TPTRU22","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/3699\/3611\/files\/Tipchenitza_Rubin_2020_800.jpg?v=1776083597"},{"product_id":"fakin-teran-buy-croatian-red-wine","title":"Croatian Teran by Fakin Winery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/intrepidwines.com\/2026\/02\/26\/fakin-winery\/\"\u003eFakin Winery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/intrepidwines.com\/2026\/02\/26\/motovun-wine-croatia\/\"\u003eMotovun, Croatia\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Varieties: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/intrepidwines.com\/wine-varieties\/#T\"\u003eTeran\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV: 13.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVol: 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuby red colour which evolves into brick red tones with age. This is a full bodied beast of a wine with forest fruits on the nose and palate. It's acidity and tannin make it ideal for longer aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted near the beautiful hilltop town of Motovun, Croatia. This Teran is a pure expression of the Istrian region's most important red wine grape. 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