Ancient Origins
Cultivated since Thracian times, over 2,000 years ago
Regional Heritage
Bulgaria’s most widespread variety in the early 20th century
Modern Revival
Rediscovered by artisan winemakers for premium wines
Ancient Thracian Heritage
Pamid is believed to have been cultivated by the ancient Thracians, the legendary people who inhabited the lands of modern-day Bulgaria over 3,000 years ago. These skilled winemakers understood the unique properties of this remarkable grape variety.
Archaeological evidence suggests that Thracian wine culture was sophisticated and deeply spiritual, with wine playing a central role in religious ceremonies dedicated to Dionysus, the god of wine and fertility.
The Thracians were among the first to master the art of winemaking, and Pamid was their crown jewel – a grape that captured the essence of their sacred relationship with the land.
Millennia of Tradition
Follow the remarkable journey of Pamid through the ages, from ancient Thracian rituals to modern artisanal winemaking.
1000 BC
Ancient Thracians begin cultivating Pamid grapes in the fertile valleys of what is now Bulgaria, establishing winemaking traditions.
Roman Era
Roman conquest brings new techniques, but Pamid remains the preferred grape of local winemakers, prized for its unique character.
Medieval Period
Pamid becomes the most common variety in Bulgaria, with monasteries preserving ancient winemaking knowledge through dark ages.
Modern Era
Estate-42 revives ancient traditions, focusing on old-vine Pamid to create wines of exceptional quality and historical significance.
Extreme Rarity Today
Today, Pamid is an extremely rare grape variety with almost no global production outside of Bulgaria. While it was once the most planted variety in the country, modern commercial pressures have led to its near disappearance from international markets.
This rarity makes every bottle of authentic Pamid wine a treasure – a direct connection to thousands of years of winemaking heritage that few people in the world will ever experience.
3000+
Years of History
<1%
Global Production
More Than Just Wine
Pamid represents the soul of Bulgarian winemaking . It is a living link to our ancestors who understood that great wine is not just about taste, but about preserving culture, tradition, and the sacred relationship between people and the land.
When you taste Estate-42 Pamid, you’re not just drinking wine – you’re participating in a ritual that has connected generations across millennia.