Let’s head back to the village of Planina above the Vipava Valley. We’re returning to the Ferjančič family to look at their expression of Rebula, a wine that fermented in a large acacia barrel. Grapes are coming from a 22-year-old…
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Ferjančič – Fino white, 2018
We’re returning to the Ferjančič family today, to the slopes of Planina, the village above Ajdovščina with stunning views throughout the whole Vipava valley and Karst. We’ll taste their Fino white, a blend that has seen many faces since its…
Benčina – Opus Bonum, 2016
Ad omne opus bonum instructi! Or as it would stand for fashioned English “Ready for good work”, and yes, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is an Opus Bonum indeed! So we’re in Vipava valley today, at the Benčina…
Benčina – Chardonnay Amfora, 2018
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…
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…
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…
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…
Benčina – Zelen, 2020
Time to return to the Benična family to look at their classically produced, varietal expression of Zelen – the autochthonous grape variety of Vipava valley. The Benčina family is located in the village of Lože in upper Vipava Valley. They…
Benčina – Chardonnay, 2017
Tonight we’re moving to a family with a winemaking tradition. We’re in Vipava valley. We’re in the village of Lože. The Benčina family is crafting unique wines that reflect their unique philosophy. Such is the case with this Chardonnay, which…
Batič – Cabernet Sauvignon selekcija, 2017
Today we’re returning to a special guy. A guy who is celebrating his birthday today, and what better way to celebrate if not by opening one of his bottles. I’m speaking of Miha Batič – Cheers mate! This time I’m…