Tenuta Est Stara Kupaza
Winery: Tenuta Est
Varietals: Field Blend (Prokupac, Blaufrankisch, Zacinjak, Vranac, Crna tamjanika, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay Riesling)
Appellation: Rogljevo-Rajac, Negotin Valley, Timok Region, Serbia
Annual Production: 2,400 bottles
Alcohol: 13%
Climate: Continental with hot dry summers and cold winters. in recent years the temperature is changing a lot and the summers are becoming drier and the winters less snowy but with more rain.
Terrain: The vineyards are positioned on 150 meters above sea level, south-facing and there are located 2 km from the Timok River. The soil is very different from one vineyard to another but mainly it is a mixture of clay, sand and silt.
Farming: Practicing Organic: viticulture with no irrigation and no herbicide.
Vinification: Hand-picked grapes in late September, fermented with indigenous yeasts in open vessels; macerated for a month. Aged for 12 months in a stainless steel tank without clarification and filtration before bottling.
Tasting Notes: Stara Kupaža - translated to "old blend" - is an homage to the wine culture of the three villages in Eastern Krajina (Rogljevo, Smedovac and Rajac). Marko combined the best grape varieties from the region to create an authentic product rooted in tradition and modern production methods.
Stara Kupaža is a deliciously drinkable red wine that contains 11 grape varieties. Thanks to the diverse blend, the wine displays a wide array of aromatics of red fruits, cherries, herbal notes and chocolate. On the palate, it is packed with dark fruit and richness, yet with a body that is so light on its feet and a pleasurable lift, thanks to the blend of red and white grapes together. A truly fantastic and enjoyable blend to mark this special region.
The woman on the label is Čučuk Stana, is a legendary figure from regional history, whom Marko chose to adorn his labels to represent the deep history of Negotinska krajina region, where the wines are produced. Her image, accompanied by a bird, plants, and weapons, symbolizes the region’s flora, fauna, and historical battles, reflecting her courage and connection to the First Serbian Uprising.
Winery Information
Tenuta Est
Tenuta Est is an exciting small winery located in the far eastern reaches of Serbia. It was established and is run by the young and talented winemaker, Marko Obradović, whose remarkable journey through Italy and France led him to this remote, historic winemaking region in Serbia. Marko took on the challenge of taking part in reviving this ancient winemaking tradition and helping bring new life to this region with deep roots in viticulture.