COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Rebula
PRODUCER
Borut Blazic
REGION
Primorski
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Rebula Selekcija 2016 is a limited-production white wine from Borut Blazic, a producer with a family history in winemaking dating back to 1890. Borut Blazic was among the first Slovenian winemakers to experiment with white wine skin maceration, inspired by his neighbors in the Goriška Brda region. This wine is designated as a 'Selekcija,' meaning it is only produced in exceptional vintages from the best grapes. The Blažič family cultivates vineyards across both the Slovenian and Italian sides of Goriška Brda, a region characterized by its hilly terrain and mineral-rich soils, which contribute to the distinctiveness of their wines. The 'Selekcija' wines represent the pinnacle of Blazic's winemaking philosophy, focusing on expressing the inherent character of the Rebula grape and the unique terroir.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€26
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Borut Blazic was an early adopter of white wine skin maceration in Slovenia.
Fact 02
The Blažič estate spans both the Slovenian and Italian sides of Goriška Brda.
Fact 03
Vineyards are on steep slopes, with some vines over 50 years old.
Fact 04
'Selekcija' wines are produced in limited quantities only in the best years.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Rebula Selekcija 2016 is produced using extended skin maceration, a technique that involves leaving the grape skins in contact with the juice for an extended period. Fermentation is carried out using indigenous yeasts, allowing the natural microflora of the vineyard to contribute to the process. The wine is aged on its lees, which adds texture and complexity. Following fermentation and aging, the wine is bottled unfiltered. The 'Selekcija' designation indicates that this wine is made only in the best vintages, using grapes from the producer's top vineyards, which are farmed according to organic principles. Vineyards are characterized by steep slopes and mineral-rich soils, with some vines exceeding 50 years in age. Yields are kept low to ensure grape quality.
