Division 6.2 Specific characteristics of the spirit drink attributable to the geographical area

Wine spirit with the geographical indication ‘Гроздова ракия от Търговище’/‘Grozdova rakya ot Targovishte’ is produced in the province of Targovishte, whose topography, soils and climate combine to create ideal conditions for growing quality grapes that attain optimum technical ripeness. Many of the distinctive qualities of the drink are due to the special oak of the species Quercus Frainetto (Blagun oak), from which the barrels used for maturing the distillate are made. Softened mineral water from the Boaza spring, situated 8 km to the south-west of the city of Targovishte, is used for diluting the distillate. Subsequent blending results in a quality product with stable organoleptic characteristics — a pale yellow colour, a pleasant aroma of vanilla and a harmonious mild taste. The aromatic substances contained in the grapes, which bring out the bouquet and the aroma of the drink, are preserved by using both traditional and modern production methods.