Try a charming red wine from Bulgaria for just $13

By Dave McIntyre

Danube Plain, Bulgaria, $13

The heavy bottle connotes seriousness and heft, but this gamza, (the Bulgarian name for a grape variety known as kadarka elsewhere in Eastern Europe), is a light-bodied red, with bright cherry and berry flavors. It’s a fun red for sipping or snacking. ABV: 13 percent.

Imported by G&B, distributed by Global Wines: Available in the District at MacArthur Beverages, Rodman’s, Yes! Organic Market (various locations); on the list at Ambar, Bistro Bohem. Available in Maryland at Kielbasa Factory in Rockville, Maple Beer & Wine in Bethesda, Takoma Park-Silver Spring Co-Op in Takoma Park, Total Wine & More (Laurel, Timonium), Wine Districts in Frederick, the Wine Harvest (Gaithersburg, Potomac). Available in Virginia at Streets Market (Alexandria, Arlington), Total Wine & More (various locations).

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