Description

Red Wine Sveti Martin Tressa Red – Vipava, Slovenia

The winegrower: The Stegovec Family.
Region: Vipava Valley, Slovenia.
Alc.: 14,5 % vol.
Sweetness: Dry.
Vintage: 2019 – 2020.
Volume: 750 ml.
Grape variety: Merlot, Barbera.

Vinification:
Maceration takes place for 20 days in contact with the skins in a stainless steel container. Gentle compression with a pneumatic press. Maturation 18 months in oak barrels. Unfiltered. Ageing potential: 2022 – 2028.

Characteristics:
The wine is medium purple. The bouquet is moderately accentuated, smells of ripe fruit, black cherries, vanilla and smoke. In the mouth, the wine is mild and smoothy with a light hint of dried grapes. The wine is very distinctive and unusual. It is strong and soft, full of tannins, dry with a slightly sweet finish.

Food pairings:
Ideal wine for rare t-bone steak or well-matured cheeses. To serve at 14 – 16° C.