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Today the variety is found in large quantities in the former Yugoslavian states of Serbia, Kosovo and North Macedonia, although it remains largely unknown outside of these countries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProkupac is well-suited to the terroir of its cold climate homeland. It has the ability to withstand temperatures of down to -18° celsius (0.4°F). It is a vigorous variety in the vineyard, producing grapes with thick skins that offer resistance to botrytis bunch rot giving vignerons an option for a hands-off managment approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the ripening period, the vineyard temperatures range from 29-30C during the day and falling to 15C at night. 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Doja Prokupac is the first wine from Serbia to win the BIWC trophy award for the best red wine from the indigenous variety in the Balkans.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe palate has layers of fruit, both bright and dark cherry notes, along with delicate oak, with an elegant and well balanced finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for hearty stews or b\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eraised rabbit with carrots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niko Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39639085973600,"sku":"SERBI100006","price":22.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/files\/SERBI100006.jpg?v=1769522617"},{"product_id":"gasper-chardonnay-rebula","title":"Gasper Chardonnay Rebula","description":"\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__1ygi6 MuiTypography-body1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGašper is located in Goriška Brda, which is the two thirds of Collio that stretches into Slovenia from Friuli Venezia Giulia in north-eastern Italy. Goriška Brda has a climate ideally suited to viticulture, with its proximity to both the Adriatic Sea and the Alps providing dry, warm summers with cooling breezes during the crucial ripening period. The Gašper wine estate is a joint venture between a local co-operative and the Čarman family, who have been in the hospitality and wine business for over 50 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__1ygi6 MuiTypography-body1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTended by 250 members, the 1100 hectares of vineyards are characterised by the ‘opoka’ marl soil and excellent sun exposure on their terraced, hillside rows. There is also the benefit of altitude, ranging from 80 to 200 metres above sea level, which helps the grapes retain acidity and aromatics. All picking is done by hand by co-operative partners, family members and friends, which allows for a careful selection of fruit that enhances the quality of the final wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__1ygi6 MuiTypography-body1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt the helm of the cellar is Darinko Ribolica, a respected oenologist from Goriška Brda. For the whites, he uses Slovenia’s local varieties, to create wines in a modern, fresh style. The Chardonnay\/Rebula dominant blend is 55% Chardonnay and 45% Rebula. All the varieties are fermented separately in stainless steel tanks to preserve the freshness and fruitiness of this wine that displays hints of peach and citrus. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__1ygi6 MuiTypography-body1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__1ygi6 MuiTypography-body1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Gašper vineyards are between 10 and 30 years old, and characterised by ‘opoka’ marl soil and excellent sun exposure on terraced, hillside rows. There is also the benefit of altitude, ranging from 80-200 metres above sea level, which helps the grapes retain acidity and aromatics. Vines are single Guyot trained and planted at a density of 4,000 to 5,000 per hectare. All picking is carried out by cooperative partners, family members and friends, which allows for a careful selection of fruit that enhances the quality of the final wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__1ygi6 MuiTypography-body1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__1ygi6 MuiTypography-body1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55% Chardonnay, 45% Rebula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__1ygi6 MuiTypography-body1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll fruit was pressed using a pneumatic press. 95% of the wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks with the remainder fermented in large 6,000 litre Slovenian oak casks. Following blending, the wine was matured in 100% stainless steel tanks after spending six months on its lees. In order to retain freshness and acidity, the wine did not undergo malolactic fermentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__1ygi6 MuiTypography-body1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__1ygi6 MuiTypography-body1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis white wine is light straw in colour, the fresh and fruity nose displaying hints of green apple, pear, peach and citrus. The palate is crisp and rounded with a silky texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__1ygi6 MuiTypography-body1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurprisingly tasty with fish tacos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Liberty","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39663177597024,"sku":"SLOVE100001","price":17.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/files\/SLOVE100001.jpg?v=1736855434"},{"product_id":"erdevik-roza-nostra","title":"Erdevik Roza Nostra","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eErdevik Winery is located in the village or Erdevik, in the Western foothills of Alma Mons (Fruska Gora). Surrounded by low hills in Fruska Gora and vast plains to the South. Located 140 meters above sea level, Erdevik, with its three lakes is one of the most beautiful villages in the region of Syrmia (Srem). Vines were first planted here in 276AD during the reign of Roman Emperor Probus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Vineyard is located above the village of Krcedin (Breskvik micro-location) at 100 meters above sea level with several grape varieties: Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eErevik carefully selected the location on which to plant their vineyards. Breskvik micro-climate turned out to have the best terroir (climate and soil influence) in Fruska Gora appellation. The grapes here are ripening in the best possible way, getting the sunlight both from the sun and from the reflection of the river Danube. During the summer and early winter, cool air flows from the Fruska Gora forest so grapes maintain appropriate freshness and acidity while gaining fruitiness and becoming fully balanced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe soil is multilayered and full of minerals which provides robustness and complexity in wines. The surface soil is alluvial with several layers of clay and limestone where plant roots are reaching fossilized segments of shell and coral remained from Pannonian sea sediments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost of the work in the vineyard is done manually and when the harvest comes we only use the best grapes to make our wines. We learn from tradition, respect the terroir and are making the wines for generations to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMerlot 64%, Shiraz 36%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRoza Nostra is everything that great rose should be. Herbal on the nose with nettle and oregano but with a fruity lift. Loaded with flavours – strawberry, cherry, vineyard peach, refreshing citrus and touch of minerality. Roza Nostra has full body, vibrant acidity and perfect precision on the palate. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTrue gastronomic wine – from fresh oysters, shrimps over grilled octopus and fried quail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niko Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39672847138912,"sku":"SERBI100008","price":23.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/products\/erdevik-roza-nostra-590494.jpg?v=1700141737"},{"product_id":"deuric-pannonian-pearl-sauvignon-blanc-pet-nat","title":"Deuric Pannonian Treasure Sauvignon Blanc Pet Nat","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDeuric is a young winery located on the Southern slopes of Fruska Gora, the oldest national park in Serbia. Though young, Deuric was named \"Best Winery in Serbia\" in 2017.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDeuric carefully combine extraordinary natural conditions provided by their micro-locations, modern technologies in grape and wine production, as well as experience of a team of world-class French consultants, and the ambitions and desires of the young winery team, in order to create distinctive and unique wines, with the strong stamp of terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey watchfully nurture any variety, in relation to what type of wine they wish to produce. In that manner, they train the same variety in two different ways in order to get two different wines. The end result is an authentic taste, which conquers all genuine wine lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFruska Gora represents an amazing geological treasury, with well preserved fossils of flora \u0026amp; fauna. The geological richness consists of various rock types from the oldest magmatic rocks to phyllite and limestone pinnacles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA pet nat from the Deurić winery, made mainly of Sauvignon blanc blended with a small amount of Gewurztraminer, yielding a sparkling wine of greenish-yellow colour, with fine, pearly bubbles. The wine is extremely fresh and easy to feel on the nose, followed by a complex of Sauvignon varietal notes from herbal to fruity. Exceptional freshness remains when tasting the wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA wonderfully refreshing bottle to crack open in the summer months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niko Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39672847171680,"sku":"SERBI100009","price":22.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/files\/SERBI100009.jpg?v=1769693829"},{"product_id":"bellucci-tamjanika","title":"Erdevik Bellucci Tamjanika","description":"\u003cp\u003eErdevik Winery is located in the village or Erdevik, in the Western foothills of Alma Mons (Fruska Gora). Surrounded by low hills in Fruska Gora and vast plains to the South. Located 140 meters above sea level, Erdevik, with its three lakes is one of the most beautiful villages in the region of Syrmia (Srem). Vines were first planted here in 276AD during the reign of Roman Emperor Probus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey carefully selected location where to plant their vineyards. Breskvik micro-location turned out to have the best terroir (climate and soil influence) in Fruska Gora appellation. Their grapes are ripening in the best possible way getting the sunlight both from the sun and as a reflection of river Danube. During the summer and early winter cool air flows from Fruska Gora forest so grapes achieve appropriate freshness, fruitiness and acidity becoming fully balanced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil is multilayered full of minerals which provides robustness and complexity in wines. On the surface soil is alluvial with several layers of clay and limestone where plant roots are reaching fossilized segments of shell and coral remained from Pannonian sea sediments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamjanika is a local Serbian Muscat-type grape variety.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eErdevik's Tamjanika grapes come from the micro-location Gvozdenjak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eessels used: 100% stainless thermoregulated stainless steel tanks. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst fermentation: 14-20 days depending on tasting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMalolactic fermentation in barrels: Addition of yeast. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFermentation temperature 20 °C. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDaily tasting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAging: Stainless steel. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuration: 3 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe taste is full and elegant, with pleasant acidity, a clearly balanced floral-fruity character, and a complementary mineral tone at the end.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamjanika Bellucci is an intense and persistent wine with a long, fresh and intense finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs well with white meat, mixed fish and shellfish dishes, cooked vegetables, salads, various types of cheese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niko Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39673383911520,"sku":"SERBI100010","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/files\/SERBI100010.jpg?v=1771928545"},{"product_id":"erdevik-grand-trianon","title":"Erdevik Grand Trianon","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eErdevik Winery is located in the village or Erdevik, in the Western foothills of Alma Mons (Fruska Gora). 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Peppery red and black fruits make up the perfume. This round, supple wine features ample doses of spicy black fruit. In the mouth, this is slightly sweet from the Syrah, with solid acid and structure throughout. The finish carries some continuing fruit and mild tannins. Long multi layered aftertaste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Niko Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39771822162016,"sku":"SERBI100011","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/products\/erdevik-grand-trianon-825131.jpg?v=1700141737"},{"product_id":"vukoje-hercegovacki-vranac-1","title":"Vukoje Hercegovacki Vranac","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Podrumi Vukoje 1982” has been engaged in the limited production of premium wines and alcoholic beverages for four decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe winery relies on modern technologies, controlled fermentation processes and traditional methods of aging wine in oak barrique barrels in cellars located eight meters below the surface of the earth. 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In the same year, at the headquarters of the Foundation of Sommeliers of Italy in Rome, and on the recommendation of the Association of Sommeliers of Italy from Tuscany, the Vranac and Žilavka wines from this cellar were tasted, winning on that occasion the most important trophy for the quality of wines from autochthonous varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor this wine Vukoje macerate the grapes for 45 days. 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Edi himself is still very much a key character at the centre of the business, with his son Aleks working alongside him and taking the winery into a new era, while Aleks` two sons learn their trade to take up the family mantle one day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorically, Slovenia has experienced more than its fair share of hardships, re-shaping the lives of the whole population. In the case of Goriska Brda, the whole region was under fascist rule by Mussolini`s Italy up until the end of World War II, after which it passed into Communist rule as part of the re-established Yugoslavia. Like many other regions in the area, Goriska Brda`s whole agricultural industry suffered greatly under Communist rule, as all growers were expected to surrender a large portion of their grapes to the government, thus leaving growers with no resources to even consider quality growing and winemaking. Upon independence and the formation of the Republic of Slovenia in 1991, the family spared little time in pursuing their true calling as one of the leading winemakers of the country.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday their reputation is well-established, very deservedly so. Everything about Edi himself exudes gentleness, and this certainly comes across in the wines, thanks to patient growing, gentle handling in the cellar and utter perfectionism when it comes to ageing. Down in the cool cellars, none of the wines are rushed to be ready, and a masterful use of oak results in complex and slightly (but very attractively) oxidative wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"de\" data-phrase-index=\"0\" data-number-of-phrases=\"15\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;usxOmf:aWLT7;jhKsnd:P7O7bd,F8DmGf;Q4AGo:Gm7gYd,qAKMYb;uFUCPb:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;f56efd:dJXsye;EnoYf:KNzws,ZJsZZ,JgVSJc;zdMJQc:cCQNKb,ZJsZZ,zchEXc;Ytrrj:JJDvdc;tNR8yc:GeFvjb;oFN6Ye:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jscontroller=\"Zl5N8\" jsdata=\"uqLsIf;_;$1191\" jsmodel=\"SsMkhd\"\u003e\u003cspan jsaction=\"click:qtZ4nf,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:qtZ4nf,c2aHje\" jsname=\"W297wb\"\u003eThe Rebula is arguably the most popular white wine variety in the Goriska Brda region in Slovenia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"de\" data-phrase-index=\"1\" data-number-of-phrases=\"15\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;usxOmf:aWLT7;jhKsnd:P7O7bd,F8DmGf;Q4AGo:Gm7gYd,qAKMYb;uFUCPb:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;f56efd:dJXsye;EnoYf:KNzws,ZJsZZ,JgVSJc;zdMJQc:cCQNKb,ZJsZZ,zchEXc;Ytrrj:JJDvdc;tNR8yc:GeFvjb;oFN6Ye:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jscontroller=\"Zl5N8\" jsdata=\"uqLsIf;_;$1192\" jsmodel=\"SsMkhd\"\u003e\u003cspan jsaction=\"click:qtZ4nf,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:qtZ4nf,c2aHje\" jsname=\"W297wb\"\u003eIt has many faces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"de\" data-phrase-index=\"2\" data-number-of-phrases=\"15\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;usxOmf:aWLT7;jhKsnd:P7O7bd,F8DmGf;Q4AGo:Gm7gYd,qAKMYb;uFUCPb:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;f56efd:dJXsye;EnoYf:KNzws,ZJsZZ,JgVSJc;zdMJQc:cCQNKb,ZJsZZ,zchEXc;Ytrrj:JJDvdc;tNR8yc:GeFvjb;oFN6Ye:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jscontroller=\"Zl5N8\" jsdata=\"uqLsIf;_;$1193\" jsmodel=\"SsMkhd\"\u003e\u003cspan jsaction=\"click:qtZ4nf,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:qtZ4nf,c2aHje\" jsname=\"W297wb\"\u003eWith their Rebula, Edi and Aleks Simcic show us the elegant, intense side of the grape variety based on the mineral saltiness of the soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"de\" data-phrase-index=\"3\" data-number-of-phrases=\"15\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;usxOmf:aWLT7;jhKsnd:P7O7bd,F8DmGf;Q4AGo:Gm7gYd,qAKMYb;uFUCPb:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;f56efd:dJXsye;EnoYf:KNzws,ZJsZZ,JgVSJc;zdMJQc:cCQNKb,ZJsZZ,zchEXc;Ytrrj:JJDvdc;tNR8yc:GeFvjb;oFN6Ye:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jscontroller=\"Zl5N8\" jsdata=\"uqLsIf;_;$1194\" jsmodel=\"SsMkhd\"\u003e\u003cspan jsaction=\"click:qtZ4nf,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:qtZ4nf,c2aHje\" jsname=\"W297wb\"\u003eOnly the best grapes from the vines are used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"de\" data-phrase-index=\"4\" data-number-of-phrases=\"15\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;usxOmf:aWLT7;jhKsnd:P7O7bd,F8DmGf;Q4AGo:Gm7gYd,qAKMYb;uFUCPb:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;f56efd:dJXsye;EnoYf:KNzws,ZJsZZ,JgVSJc;zdMJQc:cCQNKb,ZJsZZ,zchEXc;Ytrrj:JJDvdc;tNR8yc:GeFvjb;oFN6Ye:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jscontroller=\"Zl5N8\" jsdata=\"uqLsIf;_;$1195\" jsmodel=\"SsMkhd\"\u003e\u003cspan jsaction=\"click:qtZ4nf,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:qtZ4nf,c2aHje\" jsname=\"W297wb\"\u003eThe vines themselves are 25-35 years old.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, the white wine is both youthful and ripe at the same time. Fine toasted notes, brioche, vanilla and juicy fruit notes of apples, honeydew melon and apricots. In addition, there are fine herbal notes. A magnificent rebula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe salty minerality emerges on the palate. The wine is voluminous, long-lasting and lines the mouth wonderfully.\u003cspan\u003e After three or four years and with the development of tertiary aromas, it becomes even more complete and excellent than it was in its youth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis wine pairs well with light appetizers, seafood, and chicken dishes. It's perfect for anyone who enjoys a crisp and zesty white wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Bancroft Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40958442176608,"sku":"SLOVE100003","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/files\/edi-simcic-rebula-341484.jpg?v=1718410796"},{"product_id":"edi-simcic-chardonnay","title":"Edi Simcic Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidely considered to be one of the best producers in Slovenia, Edi Simcic`s wines are truly unique, stoically traditional and proudly Slovenian. Three generations are still at work here, passing knowledge and experience from father to son every day. Edi himself is still very much a key character at the centre of the business, with his son Aleks working alongside him and taking the winery into a new era, while Aleks` two sons learn their trade to take up the family mantle one day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorically, Slovenia has experienced more than its fair share of hardships, re-shaping the lives of the whole population. In the case of Goriska Brda, the whole region was under fascist rule by Mussolini`s Italy up until the end of World War II, after which it passed into Communist rule as part of the re-established Yugoslavia. Like many other regions in the area, Goriska Brda`s whole agricultural industry suffered greatly under Communist rule, as all growers were expected to surrender a large portion of their grapes to the government, thus leaving growers with no resources to even consider quality growing and winemaking. Upon independence and the formation of the Republic of Slovenia in 1991, the family spared little time in pursuing their true calling as one of the leading winemakers of the country.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday their reputation is well-established, very deservedly so. Everything about Edi himself exudes gentleness, and this certainly comes across in the wines, thanks to patient growing, gentle handling in the cellar and utter perfectionism when it comes to ageing. Down in the cool cellars, none of the wines are rushed to be ready, and a masterful use of oak results in complex and slightly (but very attractively) oxidative wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruit is sourced from the estate’s top vines and the young wine ages in small oak barrels for 10 months to add body and intensity to the overall flavour profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are enticing hints of caramel, tropical fruit, woodsmoke and vanilla while the first sip reveals a full body and bright fruit flavours held in check by a vibrant acidity. The well-defined structure makes this a good contender for additional cellaring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelicious with roast chicken or deep fried chicken as long as you don't go too spicy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Bancroft Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40958442307680,"sku":"SLOVE100004","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/files\/edi-simcic-chardonnay-594889.jpg?v=1752666650"},{"product_id":"zagreus-winery-santimenti-mavrud","title":"Zagreus Winery Santimenti Mavrud","description":"\u003cp\u003eJust like the Thracian god of wine Zagreus was reborn for a new life, Kostadinov family have recovered and revived their hereditary lands and in 2004 laid the foundations of Zagreus Winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe roots of the Kostadinov family are from the village of Vinitsa, near the winery. In 1999, Yordan Kostadinov, together with his father Dimitar Kostadinov, began to rebuild and expand the family vineyards located in the “Old Vineyards” area, and then the idea of Zagreus Winery was born. Up to this date their son and grandson Dimitar Kostadinov Jr is the one who runs the company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZagreus Winery is a modern complex with a fully integrated cycle of production, beginning from the grapes and ending with the bottle of wine. It is equipped with the most contemporary production facilities with the ability to control and optimise all processes of fermentation, vinification, stabilisation, bottling and ageing of the wine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beginning of the vineyard was set in the autumn of 1998 and currently Zagreus has 120 hectares of own vineyards. The varieties cultivated are Mavrud, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot. The vine massif is located in Upper Thracian Lowlands near Plovdiv, which is one of the most favourable wine regions in Bulgaria in terms of both climate and soil. The main colour of the soil is dark maroon red. In terms of climate the region belongs to the Transitional continental area. The temperature regime is characterised by open winter and hot summer. The average annual temperature of the air is 12,3°C. The duration of frost-free time averages 210 days. The average annual rainfall is 565 mm. The region belongs to the zone with the longest period of sunshine, which annual average is 2293 hours. Under these conditions in July, when the grapes ripen, they enjoy an average sunshine of 10 hours a day. Here Zagreus Winery meets the best conditions for gathering the grapes at full technological ripeness and receiving the perfect material for wine with high quality indicators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2010 the vineyards of Zagreus are cultivated in accordance with all EU directives and requirements for organic production. In 2013, after a mandatory three-year period of probation, the winery receives a certificate for BIO\/Organic production. No synthetic pesticides and fertilisers or genetically modified organisms are used in the cultivation of the grapes. Zagreus uses only sulphur preparations (blue vitriol, green vitriol) and extracts of plants and strains of microorganisms which have insecticidal effect. \"Maintaining a vineyard with such preparations is labour-intensive because it requires much more work in terms of preventive measures.\" – Says Dimitar, owner and manager of Zagreus Winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural winemaking - wild fermentation in stainless steel tank with no additives used. The team at Zagreus let the wine evolve naturally avoiding any manipulation. No fining and filtration are used at any stage of its creation. Before bottling, a maximum of 30 mg\/l of sulphites are added. No barrel ageing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn expression of the desire to return to the original, primary, untamed and pure character of the wine, which the terroir and nature gifted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePure, powerful and complex, with lively ripe black cherry and blackberry notes, a hint of liquorice, very elegant with ripe tannins with a good weight but a vibrant character with the support of its acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink with BBQ or other succulent grilled or baked red meats, duck, lamb (grilled, broiled), pasta with tomato sauce, pates or even spicy Chinese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Jolly Merchants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40966203408480,"sku":"BULGA108109","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/files\/zagreus-winery-santimenti-mavrud-447141.jpg?v=1717886389"},{"product_id":"georgiev-milkov-pet-nat-funky-mavrud-ros","title":"Georgiev \u0026 Milkov Pet-Nat Funky Mavrud Rose","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn 2014 Petar Georgiev and Radostin Milkov started their own project. After gaining enough experience in various places around the world including the USA, New Zealand, China, Austria and Malta the two friends began working on the Bulgarian stage bringing in a bunch of fresh ideas. They decided it was high time that local varieties like Mavrud and Rubin should get the attention they deserve both by the wide public and the wine experts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe young winemakers set on a journey through the wine corners of Bulgaria in order to find grapes from pristine terroirs for their wines – a 40 years old vineyard with Mavrud near the village of Novi Izvor and another 40 years old vineyard with Rubin near the village of Brestovitsa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e2020 has marked a debut for a white wine under the Georgiev\/Milkov label from a particularly interesting variety – the so called Red Misket. It is a grape which has been growing in these lands for many years but very rarely have wineries had the courage to work with it. Petar and Radostin’s style allows for all their wines to feel modern and to drink elegantly, revealing the authenticity and beauty of the indigenous Bulgarian grape varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Pet Nat was made in Blanc de Noir style. The grape is Mavrud – a Bulgarian black variety with an ancient history. Grapes were hand-picked from forty-year-old vineyards in the region of Asenovgrad, known to be the birthplace of Mavrud. Further on, grapes were quickly pressed to avoid any prolonged contact with the skins. Thus, the juice remained white. The wine was wildly fermented with minimum intervention and no added sulphites. Fermentation was completed in the bottle resulting in beautiful, gentle fizz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis release from a very small boutique producer is a wonderful choice for lovers of Pet Nats and those who have never had one. It's fresh, complex and it's stunningly flavourful. the Georgiev \u0026amp; Milkov Pet Nat bursts with aromas of raspberries, strawberries, cranberries, along with some citrusy and orchard fruit notes. Subtle hints of almonds and mineral undertones are utterly captivating. Delicate fizz and a vibrant acidity make it a perfect wine for any celebration, with or without food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs pefectly with spicy asian dishes, cheeses and seafood. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Jolly Merchants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41022643437664,"sku":"BULGA108111","price":22.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/files\/georgiev-milkov-pet-nat-funky-mavrud-rose-673077.jpg?v=1719097419"},{"product_id":"bratanov-winery-syrah-sans-barrique","title":"Bratanov Winery Syrah Sans Barrique","description":"\u003cp\u003eBratanov Winery is a small family-run project – the result of the hard work and devotion of a father and his sons, who have set out the honorable mission to restore the ancestral tradition. The foundations were set in 2006 with planting the 24 ha of Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Rubin, Chardonnay and Tamianka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards are situated on the sunny hills of South Sakar, nearby the village of Shishmanovo, Harmanli. This mystic mountain in South-Eastern Bulgaria is one of the best terroirs in Europe for growing red wine grapes. The Aegean Sea winds, penetrating through the Maritsa River Valley, provide for a transitional Mediterranean climate, with long hot summer and mild winter, usually no groundfrost. The region has one of the highest values of sunshine for Bulgaria. The soil types are mostly sandy-clay and maroon, slightly stony, with good permeability and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBratanov family follows the philosophy that the wines should reflect the spirit of their creators and the sunny terroir of South Sakar by applying minimal technological intervention and putting great attention to the quality of the grapes. Bratanov Winery is a founding member of the Bulgarian Association of Independent Winegrowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThracian Lowlands is a wine region in the south of Bulgaria. It one of two PGI designations for Bulgarian wine recognized for export into the EU. The other is Danubian Plains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe zone is very large, and so general comments regarding wine styles and growing conditions are very hard to make. In the west, on the Macedonian border, it includes the outlying region region of the Struma Valley. In the east it encompasses the southern half of the Black Sea region. Between the two sits the cental Thracian Lowlands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEast Thracia where Bratanov is siuated, is regarded as the fruit and vegetable center of the country. 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Very long piquant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs excellently with \u003cspan\u003eCôte de boeuf, Game birds with fruit sauces, Wild mushroom risotto, Matured cheeses, Dark chocolate desserts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Jolly Merchants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41193890414688,"sku":"BULGA108112","price":23.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/files\/bratanov-winery-syrah-sans-barrique-466113.jpg?v=1724547359"},{"product_id":"solara-rose","title":"Solara Rose","description":"\u003cp\u003eBack in 1988, three families decided to invest in a winery in Romania, starting with 650 hectares of slightly unloved vineyards and a rusty, once state-owned winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYet Englishman Philip Cox and his Romanian wife Elvira, have turned the Cramele Recas Estate into the most successful winery in Romania. Recas are now recognised globally for their impressive scale and breadth of fascinating wines, including natural and orange wine from organic grapes. Despite the scale the emphasis is on making good wines that over-deliver, and as a result they’ve struck on a magic formula that has seen sales and demand boom. Vineyards are a combination of evolved plantings from 1447 and more recent planting, whilst the winery has seen significant investment and boasts state of the art facilities where innovation thrives. 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It is a grape which has been growing in these lands for many years but very rarely have wineries had the courage to work with it. Petar and Radostin’s style allows for all their wines to feel modern and to drink elegantly, revealing the authenticity and beauty of the indigenous Bulgarian grape varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubin, an indigenous Bulgarian grape variety that comes from a crossing of Syrah and Nebbiolo made in 1944, and grows on Georgiev and Milkov's 40-year-old vineyard near the village of Brestovitza in southern Bulgaria. Here the vines grow on flatland under the view of the Rhodopi mountain's northern slopes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrapes are hand-harvested, carefully sorted and gently pressed under temperature control. 60% is fermented in steel tank and 40% in French acacia. The final wine is aged for four months in acacia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis pink wine is a lovely celebration of Rubin's versatility. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePronounced aromas of white cherries, strawberries, blossom and vanilla. On the palate its plush and moreish with a medium body and zingy red fruits with a  long finish. 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After travelling around the world and gaining experience at some of the most prestigious wineries in Australia, New Zealand and Chile, the brothers Georgi and Vladislav Vankov came up with the idea of creating one of the first urban wineries in Bulgaria. Love for winemaking has been in their family for generations and the idea of creating Odessos was a natural continuation of this passion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIf they have learned anything from the endless hours of work in different wineries around the world, it was that the most valuable asset for a great wine is its terroir. This clarified the motto and philosophy of the winery - to pursue and present their own interpretation of the Northern Black Sea region, working with carefully selected vineyards of prime terroir around the seaside city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from 100% Cabernet Franc grapes, this wine originates from a single 14-year-old vineyard nestled near the village of Vetrino in the Varna region, specifically the Babuka area. The vineyard, sitting at an altitude of 300 metres above sea level and 25 miles from the Black Sea, boasts alluvial and stony soil, contributing to the unique character of this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking process at Odessos is a blend of tradition and meticulous care. Hand-picked grapes are carefully transported in small boxes to a cold room. Here, they are hand-sorted and crushed in small open-top fermenters. The crushed grapes are cooled and cold-soaked for 3 days to achieve the desired colour, after which they are pressed. The must then naturally warms up, kicking off spontaneous alcoholic fermentation, with the temperature controlled between 18-22°C. After 14 days, the wine is transferred to Bulgarian barrels for malolactic fermentation and aged on fine lees for 3 months. It then spends an additional 3 months in stainless steel vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue to the Odessos philosophy, all wines are crafted with minimal intervention, and the appearance of noble lees is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bright strawberry red hue. The nose is an aromatic explosion of intense red fruit, complemented by the grape's typical pyrazine character. On the palate, it is an elegant, light to medium-bodied claret, bursting with freshness and fruitiness. 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The Troupis family employ a lot of alternative winemaking methods including ceramic containers, concrete tanks, oak and acacia barrels, as well as skin contact times of several hours or even several days, fermentation with indigenous yeasts and minimum interventions. 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Infused with aromatic notes of red fruit, spices, and undertones of vanilla and cocoa, this red wine delights with its depth and complexity. Matured in French oak barrels, it boasts an alluring balance of flavours, providing a sensational velvety finish. Grown in the sun-drenched vineyards of Mantinia, the attention to detail in its crafting is second to none. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"uk-section uk-section-small\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoute 111 is a testament to Troupis Winery's commitment to high quality, traditional winemaking techniques. An indulgent treat for any wine enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn excellent accompaniment with steaks, meaty casseroles and hard or semi-hard cheeses. 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Cooler temperatures result in a slow and even ripening of the grapes and a late harvest, which usually takes place in mid-October. The indigenous and star grape of the region is the pink-skinned Moschofilero, which is a very versatile grape that can make lightly aromatic whites, roses, skin contact wines and even sparkling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTroupis is a family-owned boutique winery which was founded in 2010, though the family had been cultivating their privately owned Moschofilero vineyards since the 1970s. The economic crisis of 2010 did not stand in the way of the winery's development but marked the beginning of a new course for the family business and the future of Moschofilero. They started with 7 hectares of vineyards but are continuously expanding. The Troupis family employ a lot of alternative winemaking methods including ceramic containers, concrete tanks, oak and acacia barrels, as well as skin contact times of several hours or even several days, fermentation with indigenous yeasts and minimum interventions. The family established the first vineyard plantings of Assyrtiko in Mantinia and this year released their Rynitis Retsina wine made from Assyrtiko this wine came second in the 50 Great Greek Wines competition and sold out in days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the nose, it exudes delicate floral notes, reminiscent of roses and citrus blossoms, along with hints of juicy peach and zesty lemon. The palate is refreshing and well-balanced, offering a delightful combination of citrus fruits, green apple, and a subtle minerality. 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The combination of surrounding hills, the crystal gypsum, limestone and quartz rich soils, along with the uninterrupted exposure to the winds of the valley, are moderating factors in the local mesoclimate. Makarounas Winery has the privilege of being the only winery in Cyprus that sources grapes solely from their privately-owned vineyards. The family has a long tradition in viticulture and to this day still provide fruit to a considerable number of wineries around Cyprus. The quality of the fruit and production is overseen by Theodoros and he produces terroir driven, distinctive, and top quality wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe winery produces wines of ample power but with excellent drinkability, with a focus on indigenous grape varieties of Cyprus and organic viticulture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrapes are hand picked and rested on the lees for 7 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelicate notes of citrus and light fruits greet the nose. \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eOn the palate, flavours of lemon and pineapple dance alongside subtle hints of flowers and floral aromas, creating a refreshing and delightful tasting experience \u003cspan\u003eA rich and refreshing taste with excellent balance acidity and fresh after taste, making it the perfect fresh summer wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for drinking in the sun with a selection of meze.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bancroft Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54940272361848,"sku":"CYPRU100001","price":26.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/files\/makarounas-vineyards-spourtiko-571184.jpg?v=1739909349"},{"product_id":"erdevik-nopi-djorgri-pinot-grigio","title":"Erdevik Nopi Djorgri Pinot Grigio","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eErdevik Winery is located in the village or Erdevik, in the Western foothills of Alma Mons (Fruska Gora). 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