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Son Of A Lesser God: Sparkling Wines From Almost Unknown Grapes Ribolla Gialla
Let’s explore Friuli Venezia Giulia, an Italian region bordering Slovenia, known for being a battleground during World War I. Ribolla Gialla is an ancient native grapevine cultivated since Roman times, particularly in the hills around Rosazzo. In Slovenia and Croatia, it is called Rebula and is believed to have originated in the southern Dalmatian islands…
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Slovenia’s Wine Story dates back somewhere between the 5th and 4th century BC, predating any influence from the Romans and can be traced all the way to the Celtic and Illyrian tribes who cultivated vines for wine production. Slovenia also houses the World’s Oldest Vine, planted over 450 years ago, at the end of the…
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