Teran (Piquentum) 2022 [Piquentum Teran] (Croatia / Red Wine / Natural, Unfiltered)

■ Appearance: A vibrant, deep ruby red with an impressive purple reflection, full of the energy unique to unfiltered wine.

■ Aroma: Wild and enticing aromas of crushed blackberries, dark cherries, and forest floor are intertwined with distinctive nuances of black pepper, iron, and subtle Mediterranean herbs.

■ Palate: Remarkably lively and fresh. Juicy dark forest fruit flavors fill the mouth, beautifully balanced by Teran's characteristic vibrant acidity and soft, earthy tannins. It finishes with a distinctive, mouthwatering mineral finish that leaves you wanting another sip.

Piquentum Teran 2022 (Piquentum Teran)
Located in a cellar converted from a historic cistern in Buzet on the Istrian peninsula, Piquentum is the passionate creation of French-Croatian winemaker Dimitri Brečević. Devoted to organic farming and natural winemaking, he captures the pure, unadorned voice of Istria's terroir, producing wines with extraordinary energy, integrity, and soul.

Teran is Istria's powerful signature indigenous red grape, historically prized for its deep color, wild strawberry flavors, and naturally high acidity. Grapes are hand-harvested from organically cultivated old vines and naturally fermented with wild yeasts without temperature control. They are aged in old oak barrels to soften the wine without masking its fruit, and bottled completely unfiltered with minimal added sulfites to preserve their pure, lively character.

The wine's lively acidity and earthy fruit profile refresh the palate, making it an incredibly versatile food companion.

• ■ Charcuterie and cured meats (Istrian prosciutto): The wine's bright acidity cuts through the rich saltiness and fat of aged pork with refreshing ease.
• ■ Rich tomato-based dishes and pizza: Teran's natural acidity harmonizes beautifully with the acidity of tomatoes, making it the perfect pairing to elevate pizza to the next level.
• ■ Grilled pork and sausages: The wine's earthy, peppery edge acts as a "drinkable spice" for smoky, flavorful grilled meats.

Recommended serving temperature: 14°C–16°C (serving it slightly chilled brings out its freshness. Enjoy it at this temperature to experience its full richness.)

Buzet, Istria, Croatia (Hrvatska Istra)
It is grown in the gently rolling hills around Buzet, renowned as the "town of truffles." The vineyards benefit from Istria's distinctive flysch (alternating layers of sandstone and mudstone) and limestone soils, as well as dramatic day-to-night temperature fluctuations. Warm Adriatic afternoons ripen the fruit, while cool Alpine breezes blowing down at night preserve its distinctive crisp acidity and vibrant aromas.