Marjan Simcic Cru Selection Pinot Grigio Ramato 2023 750ml

Product Info

94pts Falstaff
"Light golden yellow, copper touch, silver reflections. Fresh yellow tropical fruit, blossom honey, candied mandarin zest, very inviting bouquet. Complex, juicy, fine fruit sweetness, light-footed, freshly structured, elegant on the finish, fine notes of honeydew melon in the aftertaste, lingers, apricot in the aftertaste, good certain ageing potential."

Terroir
Sourced from hillside vineyards in Goriška Brda, Slovenia’s celebrated wine region bordering Italy’s Collio, this wine reflects a unique alpine-Mediterranean climate shaped by warm Adriatic influences and cool mountain air. The vineyards are planted on the region’s distinctive opoka soils—a layered mix of marl and sandstone that contributes both mineral tension and textural depth. These steep, terraced sites allow Pinot Grigio to achieve ripeness while preserving freshness and aromatic complexity.

Winemaking & Technical Notes
Produced in the traditional ramato style, the wine undergoes extended skin contact, allowing the naturally pinkish-gray Pinot Grigio skins to impart both color and texture. Fermentation and aging are carried out with a low-intervention philosophy focused on preserving vineyard character and structural integrity. The result is a wine that bridges white and light red wine sensibilities, emphasizing texture, savory nuance, and complexity over simple fruit expression.

Tasting Notes
Copper-tinged amber in the glass, the 2023 opens with layered aromas of dried orange peel, wild strawberry, apricot, rose petal, and alpine herbs. The palate is textured and energetic, showing flavors of stone fruit, blood orange, tea spice, and red berries supported by bright acidity and gentle phenolic grip. Subtle savory and mineral notes emerge through the mid-palate, leading to a long, dry, and complex finish with remarkable tension and depth.

Food Pairing & Service
An exceptionally versatile food wine, this Ramato pairs beautifully with charcuterie, grilled seafood, roasted poultry, mushroom dishes, and Mediterranean cuisine. Its structure and phenolic texture also make it an excellent match for richer vegetable dishes and lightly spiced foods. Serve lightly chilled rather than cold to fully appreciate its aromatic complexity and texture.

Cellaring Potential
While highly expressive in youth, this wine has the structure to evolve gracefully over the next 5–8 years. With time, its fruit profile will deepen into more savory, tea-like, and mineral-driven complexity while maintaining its freshness and balance.