Marjan Simcic Sauvignon Vert Opoka 'Ron Zegla' Cru 2019

Marjan Simcic Sauvignon Vert Opoka 'Ronc Zegla' Cru 2019

Producer: Marjan Simcic
Region: Collio, Italy
Classification: Dry white wine
Grape: 100% Sauvignon Vert (historically known as Sauvignonasse / Friulano)
Vineyard: Ronc Zegla Cru
Planting Year: 1929
Altitude: 80 meters
Exposure: Northwest
Soil: Flysch – marl, slate and sandstone (Opoka)
Farming: Organic and biodynamic
Harvest: Manual, second half of September

Vinification:

• Spontaneous fermentation with 2-day maceration in 2,500 L conical oak vats

• Aged 23 months in large 2,500 L oak casks

• Minimum 12 months of bottle aging before release

Cellaring Potential: Up to 15 years

Description

From the oldest known vineyard in the region, planted in 1929 on the hill of Ronc Zegla, this rare white wine is a flagship of Marjan Simcic’s Opoka line, which honors the distinctive mineral character of Collio’s flysch soils.

The grape, Sauvignon Vert, once known as Sauvignonasse and long misidentified as a clone of Sauvignon Blanc, arrived from the Loire in the 17th century and is now deeply rooted in Friuli's identity under the name Friulano.

The 2019 vintage offers a brilliant golden-yellow color with greenish hues, and a refined bouquet of dry herbs, wildflowers and ripe green apple. The palate is textural yet mineral, with subtle vegetal hints and a long finish marked by a characteristic almond-like note. A serious, gastronomic white wine with depth, structure and longevity.

Suggested Pairings

• Grilled asparagus or asparagus risotto

• Herb or artichoke omelets

• Pasta with seasonal vegetables

• Tuna tataki, sushi or sashimi

• Herb-stuffed roast chicken

• Tempura vegetables

• Spring salads with citrus or avocado dressing

• Light and aromatic Asian cuisine