Description

Organic Red Wine Kortinca Korenika & Moškon – Istra, Slovenia

The winegrower: Korenika & Moškon.
Region: Istra, Slovenia.
Grape variety: Refošk (Refosco).
Alc.: 14,5 % vol.
Sweetness: Dry.
Vintage: 2011 – 2012.
Volume: 750 ml.

Vinification: 25 days maceration. Fermentation: inox (stainless still), indigenous yeasts, malolactic fermentation with indigenous bacteria. Maturation: 6 years in French oak barrels. Aging potential: 2019–2029

Characteristics: The color is deep ruby. The bouquet indicates a fully ripened wine and is reminiscent of undergrowth, earth, vanilla, caramel. Dry, strong wine, tannins are completely softened, acids are still abundant. The wine is very fruity, vanilla predominates in the aftertaste, it should be drunk slowly.

Food pairings: Good with steak, matured cheeses or by itself. To serve at 16 – 18°C.