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Importer of Memorable Wines from the New Old World of Eastern and Central Europe
Importer of Memorable Wines from the New Old World of Eastern and Central Europe

2016 Batič Pinela

2016 Batič Pinela
Batič (Baht-itch)
Vipava Valley, Slovenia
2016
100% Pinela
Mediterranean and Alpine
Marl
Western
In large Slovenian oak vats, aged 24 Months in Slovenian Oak Barrel.
13.5%
3.5 g/l
4.83 g/l

Notes & Pairings

Pinela is an ancient, indigenous grape and without question the most noble of the Estate. Without the unique climate of the Vipava, Pinela would not survive. Not surprisingly, Ivan Batič devoted his soul to this grape variety. Vines are planted only in the best terroirs and according to the old Vipava Valley winemaking tradition, macerated at an unregulated temperature for five days with its own yeast. It is then matured for twenty-four months in Slovenian oak barrels. Bottled in the time of the old moon this vintage is full bodied, textured, mineral driven, and shows a sophisticated spiciness. It’s truly unique. The Batič family pairs it with the richness of duck, herbed egg dishes, and roasted fennel.

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