Vinakoper Capris Refošk (Vinakoper) 2020 [Vinakoper Capris Refošk] (Slovenia / Red Wine / Mediterranean Concentration, Elegance)

■ Appearance: A powerful, deep ruby red with youthful, vibrant purple reflections.

■ Nose: An intense and complex bouquet where ripe blackberries, sour cherries, and wild plums take center stage. Beautifully interwoven nuances of dark chocolate, roasted coffee, and a hint of black pepper.

■ Palate: Rich, velvety smooth, and exceptionally well-structured. The lively acidity characteristic of Refosk and balanced dark berry fruit flavors fill the mouth, leading to a smooth, mature tannin finish and an elegantly spicy, long aftertaste.

Vinakoper: The legendary winery leading the Slovenian Istrian wine scene
Vinakoper, established in 1947 just steps from the Adriatic Sea, is a legendary winery powerfully leading the Slovenian Istrian wine scene. They are masters of the region's indigenous varieties, transforming sun-drenched coastal grapes into wines of extraordinary depth, history, and elegance.

Grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness from carefully selected coastal vineyards. After traditional maceration to extract deep color and flavor, the wine is aged for a minimum of 10 months in a combination of traditional large casks and small wooden barriques, harmonizing vibrant fruit flavors with elegant oak spice.

Recommended perfect matches for this wine:

• ■ Prosciutto and cured meats (The wine's lively acidity and dark fruit flavors beautifully contrast with the rich, salty fattiness of air-dried Istrian prosciutto and salami, leaving a clean finish.)
• ■ Grilled Ribeye Steak (The firm tannins and subtle oak spice naturally pair with the savory umami of perfectly grilled, juicy premium beef.)
• ■ Rich, tomato-based pasta (The wine's coastal freshness perfectly harmonizes with the acidity of slowly simmered meat ragu or hearty, rustic tomato sauces.)

Serving temperature: 16℃〜18℃ (Enjoy its true richness at this temperature range)

Terroir of Slovenian Istria (Koper), Slovenia
Bathed in abundant Mediterranean sunlight and cooled by gentle Adriatic sea breezes, the vineyards are situated on a unique "flysch" soil rich in minerals, a mix of marl and sandstone. This exceptional coastal terroir naturally curbs vine vigor, yielding highly concentrated grapes with remarkable minerality and freshness.