Top 100 wines of Primorje

Discovering the wine region of Primorje

The wine region of Primorje of Slovenia. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Batič or the Domaine Aci Urbajs produce mainly wines white, red and sparkling. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Primorje are Cabernet-Sauvignon, Merlot and Chardonnay, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Primorje often reveals types of flavors of tropical, apricot or plum and sometimes also flavors of pepper, black fruits or chocolate.

We currently count 91 estates and châteaux in the of Primorje, producing 258 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Primorje go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or pork.

Discover the grape variety: Pinot blanc

Pinot Blanc is a grape variety that originated in Burgundy, mutated from Pinot Gris. Today, it is grown in Alsace where it is called klevner when blended with auxerrois. The continental climate, with its cold winters and hot summers, is particularly suited to pinot blanc. It is resistant to frost in winter and in summer, the roots draw the minerals it needs from the warm soil. Its bunches are made up of small berries with thick skins and melting pulp that produce fruity, spicy wines, balanced between acidity and alcohol. pinot blanc is also used for crémants and sparkling wines. Pinot Blanc is also used for Crémant and sparkling wines. It is widely grown in Italy, where it covers almost 7,000 hectares, and is also found in Germany, Austria, Canada and South Africa.