It is time to return to Marof, as Uroš Valcl has a Chardonnay we need to look at. We’re tasting the Kramarovci Chardonnay, which has been matured in oak barrels. The Kramarovci is a special Klimat, as the soil is…
Tag: Prekmurje
Marof – Sauvignon Bodonci, 2017
Time to introduce you to another winemaker tonight, one that was missing at this blog, and I’m happy to be able to present it to you finally. We’re in Prekmurje, at the Marof wine cellar, where Uroš Valcl crafts world-class…
Gjerkeš – Chardonnay, 2018
It is time we return to the Gjerkeš family. To the slopes of Goričko where we will look at their traditionally produced Chardonnay. Hand-harvested grapes are destemmed and left to macerate in the press overnight. After the juice is settled…
Gjerkeš – Pinot Gris, 2018
It’s time to return to Pomurje, to the family Gjerkeš tonight, to taste their Sivi pinot or, as its international name goes – Pinot Gris. This is the variety that Leon has been fond of and believes in, but honestly,…
Gjerkeš – Woodstock, 2018
Anybody up for some good ol’ rock ‘n roll? Well, we are, and the case calls for a wine capturing the essence of this rebellious spirit. We’re in Prekmurje, where Leon Gjerkeš and his family produce some excellent wines, including…
Gjerkeš – Laški rizling, 2017
We’re moving to Prekmurje today, a region we haven’t yet touched. We’re stopping at Gjerkeš to taste their expression of Laški rizling (Welschriesling), produced with protective care. I’ve been following Gjerkeš wines for quite some time, and they produce some…