COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Malvasia
PRODUCER
13. Jul - Plantaze AD
REGION
Podgorica
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Malvazija 2020 is a dry white wine from 13. Jul - Plantaze AD in Podgorica, Montenegro. It is made from 100% Malvasia grapes grown in the expansive Ćemovsko polje vineyard. The 2020 vintage was characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall, which concentrated the grape's components. Plantaze, established in 1963, is the largest winery in Montenegro and is known for its extensive vineyard holdings and numerous awards.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
9-9°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Malvazija's name may originate from the ancient Greek town of Monemvasia.
Fact 02
Plantaze manages one of the largest vineyards in Europe.
Fact 03
The 2020 vintage faced challenges due to the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Fact 04
The Ćemovsko polje vineyard is located south of Podgorica.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Malvazija 2020 is produced by fermenting 100% Malvasia grapes in stainless steel tanks. This process is typically carried out at controlled temperatures to maintain the wine's freshness and aromatic profile. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging in stainless steel tanks. The 2020 vintage was harvested under conditions of high heat and low rainfall, which concentrated the grape must. The producer, 13. Jul - Plantaze AD, is a large-scale winery with extensive vineyard operations.
