We’re returning to Lože to the Benčina family tonight because there’s a particular wine that deserves some spotlight. We’re in search of a distinct wine produced with the old Georgian techniques. Yes, a Chardonnay fermented in a large clay vessel…
Tag: Primorska
Cigoj – Cabernet sauvignon, 2007
Sometimes you have the pleasure of opening an aged expression of Cabernet Sauvignon. So we’ll be diving in Cigoj‘s rendition of the 2007 vintage, which is ten years older than the current vintage we’ve already presented here. Jordan Cigoj has…
Benčina – Pinot Noir, 2017
Let’s return to Vipava valley tonight, to the village of Lože, where the Bančina family looks over eleven hectares of vineyards. Tonight, we’ll look at one of their flagship wines, and this is the wine through which I first met…
Ščurek – Cabernet Sauvignon, 2019
Let’s look tonight at a rendition of Cabernet Sauvignon produced to express all the advantages of this prestigious yet demanding variety. Primarily due to its late ripening that requires lengthy and dry seasons. Something that seems a familiarity when looking…
Ferjančič – Fino red, 2017
Time to return to Vipava valley, to the village of Planina and the family Ferjančič. We’re tasting another red from their repertoire in a due manner, and the choice is another respectful bomb. We’re looking at their majestic red blend…
Fornazarič – Jakot, 2017
Let’s move back to Vogrsko tonight; there’s a fresh silver awarded wine in this village, and what better occasion than stopping by to look at it. We’re, of course, at the Fornazarič family, and we’ll look at their Jakot (Sauvignon…
Silveri – Tenor red, 2013
You know what, let’s look at a wine that could be quickly listed as a deviation from what many think of when looking at the brand Silveri. We’re looking at their red Tenor, a blend of 70 % Merlot and…
Štokelj – Planta white, 2018
We’re moving atop of Vipava valley tonight and making a stop at the Štokelj family. A family that became a synonym for crafting high quality, characterful wines. Tonight, we’ll look at their Planta white. A blend of chardonnay and rebula…
Zanut – Zakaj, 2016
We’re staying in Brda tonight to look at an expression of Sauvignon vert, which landed many playful names. This one is called Zakaj, or as it would be literally translated into English – Why. A play of characters only reflects…
Kristančič – Pinot noir Pavó, 2016
We’re moving back to the beautiful village of Medana, sitting on top of the Brda slopes, where the Kristančič family crafts a range of characterful wines. Today we’ll look at their selected Pinot noir, which matured for two years in…