Slovenian

The Brda - Collio region in Slovenia's far west is considered one of the most charming and scenic regions of the country. This area of gently rolling hills, occupied by picturesque villages and dotted with small churches, borders the Gorica plains to the east and rises from the Italian Friuli plains to the Korada ridge in the north. The soil of Brda - Collio consists of marl and sandstone in alternations. Since the hills are prone to erosion, most of the vineyards must be terraced. They are open towards the Adriatic Sea and take full advantage of about 2,900 hours of sunshine per year.

This wine matures first in mulberry & acacia barrels for one year and in large oak barrels for another year. It has a delicate variety of aromas, including melon, acacia blossoms, raisins, and dried apricots. Alcohol and acids are perfectly balanced, making it a great wine with a full-bodied and harmonious mouth feel. This mature wine is reminiscent of honey, vanilla, and hazelnuts.

The Brda - Collio region in Slovenia's far west is considered one of the most charming and scenic regions of the country. This area of gently rolling hills, occupied by picturesque villages and dotted with small churches, borders the Gorica plains to the east and rises from the Italian Friuli plains to the Korada ridge in the north. The soil of Brda - Collio consists of marl and sandstone in alternations. Since the hills are prone to erosion, most of the vineyards must be terraced. They are open towards the Adriatic Sea and take full advantage of about 2,900 hours of sunshine per year.

The Klinec - Medana homestead has been growing wine since 1918 in a pleasant and moderate Mediterranean climate in which figs, cherries, and peaches as well as olives thrive in a fertile soil that also yields the distinctive grapevines of the region. Today, Klinec – Medana cultivates about 5 hectars, growing a wide variety of grapes respecting the rules of biodynamic farming .
This wine matures in cherry wood barrels for one year. It is intensely red, and the aroma is reminiscent of black currants, plums, red cherries, cedar, chocolate, and mint. Vigorous tannins become soft and sweet; the wine has a full-bodied mouth feel and a long finish.92 points Wine@Spirits

This wine has a very unique nose! It smells like baked apples, rose petals and tobacco mixed into a vegetable soup. On the palate the wine is creamy and the finish is very long. Overall, a very complex rose for meditation on the deck!

Vipava Valley is a unique terroir that is capable of adding a special touch to such familiar varietals as cabernet sauvignon. Deep, ever-lasting flavors of raisin and black currant combined with firm sweet tanins - what a treat!

Who needs dessert when you can have this Klarnica! Baked apples and pear tart aromas, oily, silky smooth - this wine will seduce anybody! Klarnica is a local variety grown only in Vipava Valley in Slovenia. Mansus Klarnica is an organic, small-production semi-sweet wine that is a rare find for wine lovers!

Ripe, bright fruit and a very aromatic and spicy. Coffee, tobacco, cherry and dry cranberry - just smelling this wine is an experience. On the palate it is extremely well balanced, smooth, no sharp edges.

Made from selected, perfectly ripe grapes, this Pinot Grigio was given cold maceration, ML, lees aging, and 10% barrique maturation.

Tasting Notes:
Starting with a delightful rosy-gold hue typical of the grape, this dry wine delivers everything wine lovers expect from Pinot Grigio - and more. The nose offers ripe pear, green melon and floral notes, while the discreet oak and the creamy quality given by lees aging round out the experience. Perfect for pasta, white meat and young cheeses.
88 points Best Buy By Wine@Spirits

Made from selected, perfectly ripe grapes, this Pinot Grigio was given cold maceration, ML, lees aging, and 10% barrique maturation.

Tasting Notes:
Possibly the best fresh Pinot Grigio you will ever find!!! Starting with a delightful rosy-gold hue typical of the grape, this dry wine delivers everything wine lovers expect from Pinot Grigio - and more. The nose offers ripe pear, melon and floral notes, while the discreet oak and the creamy quality given by lees aging round out the experience.

The Slovenian climate is ideal for Pinot Noir, and this example shows what could be achieved with this variety. Extended maceration has brought out the nuances of ripe grapes, and maturation in large, neutral barrels has preserved them.

Tasting Notes:
The aroma of strawberry jam leads to a medium-bodied, red-fruit palate and a velvety finish. For Pinot Noir lovers, this is a must. Drink it with Mexican food, or smoked cheeses.85 points Best Buy By Wine@Spirits

The Slovenian climate is ideal for Pinot Noir, and this example shows what could be achieved with this variety. Extended maceration has brought out the nuances of ripe grapes, and maturation in large, neutral barrels has preserved them.

Tasting Notes:
The aroma of smokey raspberries and strawberries and dill leads to a medium-full-bodied, vegetal red-fruit palate and a velvety finish. Very Burgundy-like, but more vibrant than most.