Próza (Marvla Tindo) 2022 [Proza Marvla Tindo] (Slovakia / Dry Orange / Vibrant, Volcanic)

■ Appearance: Beautifully hazy, pale apricot color with brilliant golden reflections.

■ Aroma: An engaging, energetic bouquet of apples with a slight oxidative nuance, ripe peaches, and dried citrus peel. Distinct smoky volcanic minerality and a subtle hint of wild white flowers underpin it.

■ Palate: Light-bodied yet with a remarkable texture. The zesty acidity of Graševina and the aromatic charm of Pezinská Leánka are brought together by a gentle, tea-like tannic grip from skin contact. It’s fresh, extremely dry, and leads to a deeply mineral finish.

Masterful Blending and an Uncompromising Approach
This unique blend features Graševina (Welschriesling) for crisp acidity and backbone, Pezinská Leánka for aromatic and stone fruit characteristics, and Pinot Gris to round out the palate with a rich, soft texture.

The grapes are hand-picked and fermented with wild yeasts. The winemaking is a masterclass in blending. Graševina and Pezinská Leánka are fermented in stainless steel tanks, while some Graševina and Pinot Gris undergo fermentation in oak barrels. Graševina has 3 months of skin contact, while Leánka gets just 5 days. After spontaneous malolactic fermentation, they are blended and aged in stainless steel before being bottled completely unfined and unfiltered. This uncompromising low-intervention approach proves that Slovakia's terroir-driven natural wines are world-class.

Recommended perfect matches for this wine:

• ■ Pork Schnitzel (Tonkatsu): The bright acidity and subtle citrus notes cut through the rich, oily crust, while the wine's texture beautifully complements the flavorful pork.
• ■ Sashimi or Konbu-jime white fish: The subtle tea-like tannins from the skin contact create an intriguing textural bridge with soy sauce and the umami of fresh fish.
• ■ Grilled Asparagus with Sea Salt and Lemon: The wine's prominent volcanic minerality acts like a seasoning, perfectly enhancing the earthy, savory flavors of grilled green vegetables.

Serving Temperature: 10℃〜12℃ (Enjoy it at this temperature range to bring out its full richness)

Terroir of Levice Vineyards, Nitra Region
These grapevines, grown organically without certification at altitudes of 200-300 meters, are deeply rooted in volcanic soil composed primarily of tuff and some andesite deposits. This ancient, rocky volcanic ash acts like a sponge, retaining necessary moisture while imparting a powerful, smoky, and salty minerality to the finished wine.