Geographical area: BRDA Vineyards: Jordano (0.2ha), Plesivo (0.3ha) and Ceglo (0.1ha) Grape variety (in %): CHARDONNAY 100% cultivated with natural methods with respect for the natural cycle of the vine Soil type: Marl (opoka)Epoca Harvest: hand-picked grapes, selection in our oldest vineyards (35-40 years) packed in 15kg cases in the middle of and at the end of September Vinification: the grapes are carefully picked when fully mature, 48 hours of maceration in open oak tanks (tino) with no temperature control. Soft pressure with a pneumatic wine press, static decanting of must, alcoholic fermentation, with no added yeast, in oak barrels (225l and 500l) min. 50% Allier new. Malolactic fermentation. Maturation: 22 months in oak barrels of 225l and 500l. Bottled with the waning moon with no filtration 24 months after harvest, with very low levels of SO2. Bottle maturing: At least 6 months. First bottling: 2006, 2008 Characteristics and description: Deep gold yellow, with mineral fragrances. Fatty, reminiscent of the fragrances of dried fruit, honey, bread and melted butter. In the glass, it quickly develops its ability with a light line of vanilla. Approaching a salty taste with increasing finish. In a nutshell: the biggest. An absolutely prestigious wine, with excellent aging potential. Recommendations: Chardonnay Opoka, a wine with extremely full body, is recommended with dishes full of flavour, including those with a rather strong taste based on mushrooms, mussels and truffles (pasta, rice, gnocchi or polenta), rich sea food and non-fatty meat (duck, lamb meat, chicken) with various herb or cream sauces or fois gras. Alcohol: 14,00 %VOL Serving temperature: 12-14°C Ageing potential: Suitable for drinking with great ageing potential over 15 years.
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Majan Simčič wine tells the story of the magical Brda region and of the love that has connected us so strongly. He believes that this story flows in every glass of his wine.
He believes that superior quality is possible only through total commitment and trust. Marjan Simčič is proud that the quality of his wines is confirmed by the scores received from recognised wine critics from around the world.
