Slovenian Wines
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Movia 2007 Veliko White (Brda)
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- $50
This has ebullient aromas of cherry blossom, grapefruit and yuzu peel. Structurally complex, this has concentrated flavors of sour plum and pink grapefruit. It’s brisk with acidity, and there’s a lavish minerality that lingers long on the finish.
— A.I.
(4/1/2013)
Edi Simcic 2006 Duet Lex Red (Goriška Brda)
- Editors' Choice
- $75
Lifted blackberry and cherry aromas meld into flavors of ripe black-fruit, violet and black pepper on this bold, beautiful Bordeaux-style blend. It’s richly concentrated, with vibrant acidity and lush, furry tannins. Generously spiced on the finish.
— A.I.
(12/1/2012)
Movia 2004 Veliko Red (Brda)
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- $50
Notes of mint and thyme add savory tones to bright, pristine flavors of cassis and black cherry in this blend of Merlot, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. Structured and full bodied, this has warm oak tones and striking acidity. It’s delicious now, but it should continue to develop over the next five years.
— A.I.
(4/1/2013)
Edi Simcic 2010 Sauvignon (Goriška Brda)
- $45
Grassy, herbal notes add a pungent kick to aromas of ripe yellow peach and melon on this gorgeously fruity, floral wine. Full-bodied in style, it has a richly textured mouthfeel.
— A.I.
(12/1/2012)
Edi Simcic 2009 Chardonnay (Goriška Brda)
- $45
There’s so much nuance to this multifaceted Chardonnay. Sunny tangerine and apple flavors are accented by hints of smoke, salted butter and a beautiful crushed-stone minerality. It is dry and full-bodied with rich texture and sprightly acidity.
— A.I.
(12/1/2012)
Kabaj 2006 Cuvée Morel Red (Goriška Brda)
- $40
A noble tribute to his Bordeaux training, winemaker Jean Michel Morel’s namesake blend is beautifully concentrated with rich, sweet black fruit, with hints of violet, savory mushroom, cured meat and clay. A textured and powerful wine with vibrant acidity, it finishes long, with a swathe of velvety tannins.
— A.I.
(12/31/2012)
Kabaj 2006 Amfora White (Goriška Brda)
- $90
This is a delightfully curious, multifaceted wine that’s penetrating with flavors of dried fig, black tea, honey and smoke. A savory wet clay note is interspersed with a note of sweet spice, plus tea-leaf tannins that linger long on the finish.
— A.I.
(12/31/2012)
Movia 2010 Ribolla Ribolla Gialla (Brda)
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- $30
Perfumed with scents of dried flowers, figs, cherries and tea, this round, voluptuous Ribolla is luscious and fruity. It’s dry, with a tea-leaf astringency that builds on the palate, and it finishes with a flurry of rose petals and caramelized honey flavors.
— A.I.
(4/1/2013)
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