Guerila Vipavec
Winery: Guerila
Varietals: 33% each Pinela/Rebula/Zelen
Appellation: Ajdovščina, Vipavska Dolina (Vipava Valley), Slovenia
Annual Production: 6,100 bottles
Alcohol: 11.5%
Climate: Straddling between both Mediterranean and Alpine climates, the Vipava Valley experiences dry and hot summers with mild winters. It is one of the windiest regions of Slovenia, known for its strong north-east wind Burja that reaches speeds well above 100 km/h, with individual gusts up to 240 km/h.
Terrain:Vipava Valley is right on the border of Slovenia, just north of the Italian port city of Trieste. The area is made up of steep hills, where the continental climate of the Alps collides with the more moderate mild Mediterranean climate from the Adriatic. Vineyards are located on steep, karst mountain tops, where the temperature is cooler and the soil contains mineral-rich marl, which makes it incredibly helpful in drainage of rainfall. Good fertility of the soil is ensured by the marine sediment of flysch in alternating layers with sandstone. The Vipava wine region is considered to be one of the most desirable winegrowing regions in Slovenia. The sunny south slopes are a perfect location for cultivating vineyards.
Farming: Certified Organic and Demeter certified biodynamic.
Vinification: Hand harvest of biodynamic cultivated grapes of younger vines on the Preske and Hrib vineyards. Direct pressing and spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeast in inox tanks. Six months of maturation of the wine on the lees. Bottling is done according to biodynamic calendar, with minimal sulfur additions.
Tasting Notes: Vipavec (vee-pah-vehtz), is the Slovenian term for the traditional blends of the Vipava region, which were always field blends of their key indigenous white varietals: Pinela, Zelen and Rebula. Made in a fresh and everyday style reminiscent of the traditional village blends, the colour is pale yellow, with green hues, with a fresh a vivid nose packed with white fruits and flowers. On the palate, there is a beautiful balance of fresh white fruit, citrus, green apple, peach and subtle savory Mediterranean herbs. While it is bright and fresh, it also shows the harmonious texture and deep minerality that the Vipava region can command from its rich ‘opoka’ soils. Enjoy on a refreshing spring day, as an aperitif or alongside fresh cheeses and charcuterie, or alongside jota (white bean, sourkraut soup), or if you are so lucky, sipping on the Guerila terrace overlooking their breahtaking terraced vineyards.
Winery Information
Guerila
Guerila wines are the fruit of hand-picked biodynamic grapes from our own vineyards. Harvesting and all of the work in the cellar takes place at the appropriate cosmic rhythms in accordance with the biodynamic calendar.