Ribolla "Opoka" Marjan Simčič 2019 (750 ml)

96 poena - Decanter

Napravljena od starih čokota Rebule duboko ukorijenjenih u rijetkim laporastim zemljištima opoka u Goriškim brdima, ova etiketa predstavlja referentni izraz i sorte i terroir-a.

Buket je složen i prepoznatljiv, sa aromama dunje, žute jabuke i suvih kajsija, složenih sa notama kamilice, meda i suptilne kore citrusa. Na nepcu je teksturirana i strukturirana, sa ukusima zrelog koštičavog voća, kandirane limunove kore i nježnih začina, koje podupiru živahna kisjelost i blaga taninska struktura od produženog kontakta s pokožicom. Slana mineralnost i zemljani tonovi donose dodatnu dubinu i autentičnost.

Završetak je dug, slan i višeslojan, sa postojanim notama kore citrusa i bilja. Stvoreno za odležavanje, vino berbe 2019. nastavlja da se lijepo razvija u boci, nudeći i trenutni karakter i obećanje još veće harmonije s vremenom.

96 points - Decanter

Crafted from old Rebula vines deeply rooted in the rare opoka marl soils of Goriška Brda, this wine is a benchmark expression of both variety and terroir.

The bouquet is complex and distinctive, with aromas of quince, yellow apple, and dried apricot layered with chamomile, honey, and subtle citrus peel. On the palate it is textured and structured, showing flavours of ripe stone fruit, candied lemon, and delicate spice, supported by vibrant acidity and a gentle tannic grip from extended skin contact. A saline minerality and earthy undertones provide further depth and authenticity.

The finish is long, savoury, and multifaceted, with lingering notes of citrus zest and herbs. Built for ageing, the 2019 vintage continues to evolve beautifully in bottle, offering both immediate character and the promise of even greater harmony with time.