Villa Brici 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Goriska Brda, Slovenia
Item Number: 13 90 100 18
Villa Brici 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Goriska Brda, Slovenia
Slovenian Cab that's lush and delightful
Quick Taste
- Supple, easy to drink Cab
- Great Value
About Villa Brici 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Goriska Brda, Slovenia
Over the centuries, heroic winegrowers have tenaciously terraced the steep marly slopes below the little village of Krasno to plant their vines. Goriška Brda is the enchanting westernmost region of Slovenia, nestled halfway between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea. Its rolling hills, stretching from the emerald Soča River to Friuli in Italy, are dotted with houses and farms. This unique land produces distinctly mineral wines, with a character only found in Slovenia’s Brda region.
Up to the end of World War II, when the Brda hills were split in two by the border between Yugoslavia and Italy, this area had known a special type of feudalism called the colonate system. Peasants cultivated small patches of land, and wine was only produced by 17 local castles owned by foreign nobility.
The Goriška Brda Wine Cellar was established in 1957 as a cooperative, which is still fully owned by local wine growers. Preserving viticulture in Brda in all its authenticity – among the vineyards grow fruit, olive and other trees. Thus, the cultural landscape remains varied and very hospitable. Traditional know-how is passed from the older generation to their daughters and sons, viticulture practices are done manually with great attention to natural cycles.
100% Cabernet Sauvignon planted to south-southwest oriented, terraced vineyards at 300-900 feet elevation. The vines are 10-30 years old and the soils are a combination of clay and sandstone. Fermentation and aging for 12 months in 30% large, oak barrels, and 70% stainless steel. Classic ruby red with a light purple hue and aromas of blackcurrants, cedar and herbs. Fresh on the palate with smooth tannins and a lingering finish.
Up to the end of World War II, when the Brda hills were split in two by the border between Yugoslavia and Italy, this area had known a special type of feudalism called the colonate system. Peasants cultivated small patches of land, and wine was only produced by 17 local castles owned by foreign nobility.
The Goriška Brda Wine Cellar was established in 1957 as a cooperative, which is still fully owned by local wine growers. Preserving viticulture in Brda in all its authenticity – among the vineyards grow fruit, olive and other trees. Thus, the cultural landscape remains varied and very hospitable. Traditional know-how is passed from the older generation to their daughters and sons, viticulture practices are done manually with great attention to natural cycles.
100% Cabernet Sauvignon planted to south-southwest oriented, terraced vineyards at 300-900 feet elevation. The vines are 10-30 years old and the soils are a combination of clay and sandstone. Fermentation and aging for 12 months in 30% large, oak barrels, and 70% stainless steel. Classic ruby red with a light purple hue and aromas of blackcurrants, cedar and herbs. Fresh on the palate with smooth tannins and a lingering finish.
Wine Details
- Alcohol % 13.0%
- Bottle Size 750 ml
- Wine Type Red
- Country Slovenia
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