Edi Simčič, one of Slovenia’s most revered family-run estates, has built an international following for producing elegant, terroir-driven wines from the rolling hills of Goriška Brda, a region often dubbed the “Tuscany of Slovenia.” Their focus on low yields, meticulous vineyard practices, and minimal intervention winemaking results in wines of depth, complexity, and authentic expression.
In the glass, the 2022 Rebula opens with vibrant aromas of lemon zest, grapefruit, green apple, and hints of lychee and white peach. The palate is crisp and focused, marked by lively acidity and a long, saline finish underscored by stony minerality. There is a subtle depth with layers of tropical fruit and citrus framed by a clean, linear structure that speaks to careful vineyard management and thoughtful cellar work.
Rebula, also known as Ribolla Gialla in neighbouring Italy, is an ancient white grape variety believed to have originated in the borderlands of present-day Slovenia and northeastern Italy. It thrives in the Goriška Brda region of Slovenia, an area characterised by steep hillsides, marl-rich soils, and a unique microclimate influenced by both the Alps and the Adriatic Sea. Rebula is known for its high acidity, transparency to terroir, and capacity to express a wide range of styles, from fresh, zesty whites to complex, skin-contact or barrel-aged interpretations.
