Viticulture and wine-making are part of Bulgaria’s national traditions and a living connection with our ancestors, said President Rumen Radev in his address to residents and guests of Ivaylovgrad, southeastern Bulgaria. The President, who was there to mark the Day of the Grapevine and the feast of St. Trifon Zarezan, pointed out that Bulgarian wine was of world-class quality and successfully competed on a number of international markets. The Head of State also took part in the ritual of pruning vineyards in the village of Svirachi, Ivaylovgrad municipality.