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With 25,000 hectares of vineyards and 75% white wine production, Slovenia impresses with complex, spicy wines and a long wine-growing tradition.
Slovenia
offers an impressive variety of vineyards on around 25,000 hectares
cry. The country produces around 1 million hectoliters of wine annually. Especially
The white wines, which account for around 75% of production and are known for
their complexity and spiciness are impressive. The history of viticulture dates back to
back to the Celts and Romans and was further developed by monasteries in the Middle Ages.
Slovenia is divided into three main wine regions: Primorska, Posavje and
Podravye. International investments and exchanges with neighboring countries
have significantly improved the quality of the wines.
History
The
Winegrowing in Slovenia began with the Celts and Romans. In the Middle Ages, wore
Monasteries spread to, and the wine trade flourished up to the Habsburgs
monarchy. After the First World War and the period in Yugoslavia
Slovenian viticulture experienced an upswing after independence in 1991. Since
Accession to the EU in 2004 benefits the wine industry from international standards
and investments.
Vines & Wine Styles
Die
Slovenian white wines are internationally recognized, especially the Rebula varieties
(Ribolla), Sauvignon Blanc and Traminer. Refosco dominates red wines
and Pinot Noir. The wines are characterized by their complexity and elegance,
Whereby sweet variants are just as convincing as strong red wines. An outstanding example of Slovenian natural wine is “Puro Bianco” from the winery Movia – a sparkling wine that impresses with its traditional production and distinctive finesse.
Climate & terroir
Slovenia
benefits from the varied geography of the Adriatic Sea in the west
reaches all the way to the Alps. The climatic conditions are ideal for
viticulture, with mild winters and warm summers, resulting in the high quality of
contributes grapes.
