Marjan Simcic Rebula Brda Classic 2024

Marjan Simčič Rebula Brda Classic 2024
Brda, Slovenia
Grape: 100% Rebula (Ribolla Gialla)

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Producer

Marjan Simčič was described by Decanter as “the key to the success of the Goriška Brda region”, having taken over his family estate — founded in 1860 — at just 20 years old. His work transformed the profile of Brda, elevating it to national and international acclaim. Brda offers a truly extraordinary terroir, where the Alps meet the Mediterranean, on flysch soils of marl and limestone, the famed Opoka. Marjan’s wines, grown organically and biodynamically, display stunning authenticity and mineral tension — a must for terroir explorers.

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Wine

Rebula is Slovenia’s native grape, which reaches its highest potential in Brda. Cultivated on marl, schist and sandstone (Opoka) soils, this 2024 edition comes from organically farmed vines aged 7 to 33 years, facing northwest and east — exposed to both the cool winds of the Julian Alps and the mild Adriatic climate.

The grapes were hand-harvested in late September, then fermented and aged 6 months on fine lees in stainless steel. Bottled in February 2025 after a further month of rest in bottle. Production is strictly limited to 6,666 bottles.

In the glass, it shines a pale straw yellow with golden reflections. The nose is pure and expressive, with notes of poached pear, acacia and wild savory herbs. On the palate, it offers fine weight and texture, fresh acidity, subtle salinity and a balanced finish. A luminous, harmonious and versatile white.

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Technical details

• Alcohol: 12.0%
• Total acidity: 5.02 g/l
• Residual sugar: Dry
• Bottle size: 0.75 l
• Ageing potential: Up to 10 years

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Food pairings

A perfect spring or summer apéritif. Beautiful with sushi, shellfish, grilled poultry, vegetable pastas, or light tofu dishes with fresh herbs.

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