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Putting Slovenian sparkling wines on the Map

Putting Slovenian Sparkling Wine on the Map

By Christopher Walkey / 16th January 2020

Slovenia is part of the European Union and is bordered by a total of four countries which are Italy, Austria, Croatia and Hungary. The population of Slovenia is fairly small at just over 2 million with the area of the country being around 7,827 square miles. The land is very lush and green with much…

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10 Shades of Rosé Slovenian Sparkling Wines

By Christopher Walkey / 8th January 2020

We hold many wine tastings for those consumers who are intrigued to know that little bit more about sparkling wines and one of the most popular facts that surprise many starting off their journey of wine education is that black grapes do not contain red grape juice and that white wines can be produced from…

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Discover Bjana – Discover Slovenia

By Christopher Walkey / 16th October 2019

A country of just 7,827 square miles, with snow peaked mountains and a warm Mediterranean coastline, only a 2.07 million population and most importantly and rightly so, the only country in the world with love in its name. Nestled between Italy, Austria, Hungry and Croatia the country of Slovenia is rich in many things from…

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Slovenian Sparkling Wines – Simonic, Čarga 1767 and Stoka Wineries

By Glass of Bubbly / 30th April 2019

Simonič Winery The most famous sparkling wine house in Bela Krajina, South East of Posavje Wine Region. Producer of 14 sparkling wines, well known on their exquisite curiosities! Golden Sparks is a cuvée of 80% Chardonnay, 10 % Welsch Riesling and 5% Sauvignon Blanc and 5% Kerner in a crystal bottle and golden leaves, that…

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Slovenian Sparkling Wines – Vina Kobal and Sanabor Wineries

By Glass of Bubbly / 29th April 2019

Vina Kobal Fertile red soil at Terra Rossa is a great blessing and guarantee of a fine production of remarkable sparkling wines. Malvasia, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Terran are the main grape varieties in Kobal Sparkling Wines. Terroir influence is present in all four of Kobal’s sparkling wines. Four wines are produced using both methods.…

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Slovenian Sparkling Wines – Rodica, Vinarstvo Rebula and Mastnak Wineries

By Glass of Bubbly / 25th April 2019

Rodica Winery Rodica Winery is a famous Coastal Hills Winery. Well known for their Eko-Bio wines, started with very fresh and fruity white and red Refosco type unfiltered sparkling wines. The Rodica Refosk won a Silver Medal in the Winter Warmer category at The World’s Finest Glass of Bubbly Awards 2018. Vinarstvo Rebula Specialist for…

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Slovenian Sparkling Wines – Vinakoper and Vinakras Wineries

By Glass of Bubbly / 24th April 2019

Vinakoper Slovenian Istria, the Southern Coastal Wine Region has its own charm, its atmosphere and is characterized with numerous beauties which have all been excellently captured in the harmony of colour, taste and smell of the Vinakoper wines. From generation to generation, people in Istria have lived closely connected with the soil. They have created…

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Slovenian Sparkling Wines – Istenic and Zlati Gric Wineries

By Glass of Bubbly / 23rd April 2019

Istenič International Bizeljsko is an area in Posavje Wine Region in hilly Central Slovenia where the vineyards lie on hills between 170 and 350 metres above sea level. The average sum of effective temperatures during the ripening season is lengthening, while the sunny days and cool nights make for ideal levels of sugar and acidity,…

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Slovenian Sparkling Wines – Medot

By Glass of Bubbly / 18th April 2019

The wine tradition of the Simčič family goes back to 1812. Throughout the decades, his links to the vines and the wine grew and consolidated, while in the 1990s Zvonimir Simčič founded the present trademark Medot on the basis of the family’s knowledge. During his rich life, he was also the driving force of the…

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