Tonight’s story revolves around a masterful blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Refosco. We’re returning to Fedora, to the upskirts of Vipava valley where the family Kobal, produces characterful wines, produced as a rendition to their ancestors. We’ll have a…
Tag: Merlot
Sutor – Red, 2016
We’re returning to Vipava Valley today, to look at a wine that will make your heart swing in beats of happiness while sipping it. We’re at the family Lavrenčič which, under the brand Sutor, crafts wines renowned for their refined…
Klet Brda – de Baguer red, 2016
“Bonum Agere Gaudio Viro Est Recto” or “To do right is the pride of the virtuous man”. There are the inscriptions of today’s wine. We’re having a look at Klet Brda‘s homage to Silverij de Baguer. An important figure for…
Pasji Rep – Jebatschin red, 2018
There are a few Bordeaux blends in Slovenia that can stand lined proudly to the synonym implied by such words. And this is one that can stand in line, tall, with self-confidence, when they align. We’re returning to Pasji rep…
Danilo Mavrič – Merlot selekcija, 2017
If you find yourself cruising through the village of Plešivo in Brda, and you notice a yellow house with some old, thick vines next to it, then this is where we are today. We’re visiting Danilo and Anita Mavrič, a…
Belica – Izbrano rdeče, 2015
Today feels a little nostalgic … My memories are taking me back to the picturesque Brda, a district I certainly miss in these days. But this picture recalls a special place at the top of Medana village. There, the Mavrič…
Zaro – Gran Morer, 2016
Oh, what a treat for today. A wine that grasps sunny hills’ essence and fully expresses this with every sip of this noble drink. We’re on the sunny slopes above the town of Izola, where the Zaro family crafts expressive…
Štokelj – Planta red, 2017
We’re at the sunny slopes of Vipava Valley, specifically in the Village of Planina. This is where Štokelj family produces refined wines with a pristine character. Today we’ll have a look at their Planta red, which is a blend of…
Vinakoper – Merlot, Capo d’Istria limited edition, 2013
Slovenian Istria, the land of sun and sea, but also amazing wines. Such is the case with today’s choice—a real royal treat coming from Vinakoper, the largest producer on the Slovenian coast. This Merlot is part of their prestigious Capo…
Vinart Grand tasting – some of my highlights
Hello, wine-lovers! I’ve been invited by Charine Tan of “Exotic Wine Travel” to attend one of, if not the … Croatia’s biggest wine events – “Vinart Grand tasting“. And boy, oh boy what a treat this was! Among the organizers…