Blažič Rebula Robida
Winery: Blažič
Classification: Dry skin contact wine
Varietals: 100% Rebula
Appellation: Goriška brda, Biljana-Robida vineyard (up to 52 year old vineyards)
Density and Yield: Biljana 6000 vines/ha; 1,2kg/vine
Annual Production: 2,600 bottles
Alcohol: 13.5%
Climate: Mediterranean influence from the Adriatic Sea (just 20 km away!)_and strong Alpine influences from the north. Warm summers with not too dry and mild winters
Terrain: Vineyards are located on steep 25 – 40% slopes with south-west and west exposure
Soil: Rich flysch soils (sediments of an ancient ocean) manifested as layers of clay, marl, limestone and sandstone
Farming: Strictly organic in practice
Vinification: Hand-picked grapes, spontaneous fermentation occurs in contact with skin contact (maceration) for 10 days with no other additions. Aged in in large neutral French oak barrels for 3 years.
Tasting Notes: Rebula is one of Slovenia’s most important indigenous varietals and can offer some of its best and most pure expressions grown on Brda marl soil (“opoka” – mix of clay, marl, limestone and sandstone).
Rebula Robida has a beautiful amber color with a vibrant bouquet of ripe fruits and fine aromatics of orange zest, honey and dried fruits. On the palate it is lifted with nice acidity, soft ripe tannins, and a pure and balanced mineral finish. An orange Rebula that is deep and layered but at the same time, highly drinkable!
Have some fun with this pairing – throw it back with lamb, grilled swordfish or thinly sliced marbly steak.