Slavček "Črno" Red 2022

Slavček "Črno" Red 2022Another offering from the Vodopivec family of Slavek farm, whose vineyards though surrounded by forested hills still enjoy gentle breezes from the Adriatic less than 50 kilometers away. The rno is a blend of mostly international varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Barbera, and Merlot, which grow side by side with indigenous grapes on the familys six hectare property. Theres also a touch of Refok, which adds a hint of smoke to this easygoing red.

Where most assume a wine that is pure Grenache and clocks in at 14

and she runs her family's winery in addition to Curii

The vineyards are mostly dedicated to Petit Manseng

Exceptional and compelling

The subtle texture and tangy cut of this wine makes it vibrant and fine-tuned

with a gentle grassy undertone

The blend of botanicals has been studied thanks to the advice of one of the pioneers of the herbalist world in Italy: Sergio Rossi of Erborista il Germoglio which boasts over 35 years of experience with plants

That includes all of NYC and most states

As such there is a through-line of electricity and freshness

There’s a touch of spritz and a nice mix of rooibos tea and smoky umami on the palate

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Wines are still aged in a traditional cantina below the family’s home