Koper Malvazija

Variety: Malvasia

Soil type: Flysch, marl, sandy marl soil 

Location: Debeli rtič, Labor, Sečovlje 

Grape harvest: Hand-picked from the beginning until the middle of September

Winemaking: Wine-must is in contact with the skin of berries for a shorter period of time. Fermentation in stainless steel vats at a temperature of 14 to 18°C is controlled. Three months of ‘sur lie’ follows and then maturing in stainless steel vats. Biological deacidification is only partially performed.

Aging potential: over 3 years

Colour: A golden yellow colour with gentle bright green shades.

Aroma: A clean intensive aroma with the scent of tropical fruit and almond is intertwined with gentle tasting notes of acacia tree flowers.

Taste: Intense fruit with playful acidity and a pleasant softness live harmoniously within this wine, which finishes with the distinct taste of bitter almonds.

Food and wine pairing recommendation: This is certainly a wine which cannot be missing on a table with sea food, vegetables, poultry, and risottos with lighter sauces. 

Opportunities: Lunch with friends, Socializing

Serving temperature: 10–12° C 

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