COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Rebula, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Kmetija Stekar
REGION
Primorski
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Kmetija Stekar Belo is a white wine from the Goriška Brda region of Slovenia, produced by the family-run Kmetija Stekar winery. The wine is a 'wild field blend,' composed of several grape varieties including Chardonnay, Rebula, Pinot Blanc, and Sauvignon Blanc. The winery is situated on steep slopes at an altitude of approximately 180 meters, benefiting from south and southwest exposure. Kmetija Stekar follows a holistic winemaking philosophy, respecting nature and employing minimal intervention in the cellar, often utilizing spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts. Their vineyards are farmed using organic practices. The wine is not always bottled every year, but only when vintages are considered optimal.
ALCOHOL
11.8%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A true 'wild field blend' with multiple grape varieties.
Fact 02
Vineyards are planted on steep slopes with south/southwest exposure.
Fact 03
Emphasizes spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts.
Fact 04
Vegan-friendly wine.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Kmetija Stekar Belo is produced using spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, a key technique that allows the natural microflora to shape the wine's character. The winemaking philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention in the cellar, with the wine typically aging for several months in steel tanks to preserve its freshness. Harvest is performed by hand, ensuring the quality of the fruit. The winery employs organic farming practices and strives for a holistic approach to nature and self-sufficiency. Wines are only bottled when vintages are deemed optimal.
