2020 Blažič Rebula

100% organic (uncertified) Rebula. Rebula is Slovenia’s indigenous variety and one of the most representative varietals of the region. It gives exceptional results on Brda marl soil (opoka). Vineyards are located on steep 25-40% slopes with south-west and west exposure. Hand-picked grapes, spontaneous fermentation on the skins for 5 days. Aged for two years in stainless steel tanks. 13.5% alcohol. 10,000 bottles made. 

This pours a golden yellow color, with a lively bouquet of ripe citrus and peach, dried apricots, melon, honey and a touch of vanilla. The wine is soft and warm with bright freshness and mineralty, yet a rich body and a long-lasting finish. This wine is particuarly fantastic with seafood, sushi and sashimi and creamy pastas and white meat dishes. 

The Blažic winery is located in the heart of Goriška Brda, in Medana, in the village of Plešivo. The history of the Blažic family dates back to 1890 when Borut’s great-grandfather, Peter Blažic, came from Austria-Hungary and bought the farm with old terraced vineyards where, together with his family, they made a living from growing grapes and fruit. Now, run by Borut, his wife Simona, and the occasional help from their small children, the Blažic family cultivates 25 acres of vineyards spread on the Slovenian and Italian sides of Goriška brda, with roughly two thirds being on the Slovenian side and the other third on the Italian side. In line with the region’s identity, the production is focused on white varieties, mostly Rebula, Malvasia, and Sauvignonasse (also known as Jakot, Friulano, and Sauvignon Vert). In addition to viticulture, the family grows fruit trees such as cherries, figs, and apricots, as well as olives, and has been farming organically for the past 10 years, in transition to certification starting in 2020.