Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Vipava 1894, Pinela “Lanthieri” v.2022, Vipava Valley, Slovenia 🇸🇮

Overview:
A dry white blend centered on Pinela, another indigenous Vipava Valley grape known for its lively acidity and citrus-driven profile. The wine reflects the region’s breezy valley climate and limestone-influenced soils.

Aromas & Flavors:
Quince, kumquat, citrus zest, white stone fruit, and subtle herbal freshness.

Mouthfeel:
Crisp, energetic, and refreshing with vibrant acidity and a clean, linear structure. The finish is bright and mineral-driven.

Food Pairings:
Mediterranean seafood platters, oysters, grilled shrimp, lemony pasta dishes.

Personal Pick:
One of those wines that instantly feels coastal and refreshing. Perfect for seafood and warm weather sipping.

Verdict:
Bright, citrusy, and vibrant. A great example of Slovenia’s lesser-known native varieties.

🍷 Did You Know?:
Pinela has been cultivated in the Vipava Valley since the Middle Ages and remains one of the region’s signature indigenous grapes. — 2 years ago

David Lehane

10

Dry, good tannins, hint of Berries, hint of pepper, full body good mouth feel. — 5 years ago

with Lorraine

Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

9.1

Killer Slovenian Malvazia! — 6 years ago

Jason

9.6

Slightly orange in color and nutty in flavor, fuller bodied, delicious in many settings — 6 years ago

Paco Suro

9.3

Terrific orange. Dry. Light to medium. This is a must have. — 7 years ago

Michael reilly

8.9

Sort of a nice balance between freshness/acid but with a little bit of sweetness as well — 8 years ago

Marlene Ström

9.0

Beställt på alko — 4 years ago

Eric Urbani

9.0

Ancient Pinella varietal-Veneto origin but now 97% is grown in Slovenia. Floral notes, crisp acidity. Label says 14% abv but seemed much lower than that. Nice find at a local wine shop in Pacifica. — 5 years ago

Peter H. Kaufmann

8.9

Golden color, fine herbs on the nose and profound fruit notes on the palate. Complex but palatable. Everything that a Slovenian Pinot Grigio (Sivi Pinot) must be. Excellent value for money! — 6 years ago

Aljaž Sočan

9.0

Still young,with nice aging potential. — 6 years ago

Jeremy Armstrong

9.0

Pretty neat. Slightly hazy with a light gold color. ‘Natural wine’ smell, less fruity leaning toward a skin-ferment aroma. A touch tannic with exotic tropical and stone fruit flavors. A nice zing of acidity flowing through the medium body. — 7 years ago

Adrian Leggett

9.7

Orange wine. Dry mineral tart — 8 years ago

Ziga Bobnar

9.0

great wine, strong fruty body, very long aftertaste, — 8 years ago

Katie Ross

9.0

Dry white wine - liked it! Natural — 4 years ago

Kristen McCabe

8.9

Caramelized lemon, drinks like a sherry — 5 years ago

Barny

9.1

UBBBP Vol 32 Vorverkostung, schöne Tiefe — 6 years ago

Kelly Way

9.1

Fantastic affordable rosé from Slovenia. — 6 years ago

Barny

9.1

Sehr fein — 6 years ago

Kelly Gu

9.0

Yummy strawberry tasting rose! <10 — 8 years ago

Sarah Davidson

9.2

Delightful full bodied, yet smooth Merlot — 8 years ago