Agroind

Penina Zelena (Classical method)

Penina Zelena is a dry sparkling wine made from the autochthonous grape variety Zelen, indigenous to the Upper Vipava Valley. Its beauty is the typical freshness of the Vipava wines with a gentle Muscat aroma. The sparkling bubbles obtained by classical method with prolonged fermentation that brings an typical intoxicating aroma of spices (cinnamon, cloves) and citruses to the festive occasion.

Grape growing and winemaking details:

Vineyard: The Upper Vipava Valley.
Harvest: By hand, September.
Maceration: Short cold maceration of crushed grapes.
Fermentation: Primary fermentation at 15 ºC, secondary fermentation using the Classical method in bottles.
Maturation: After the secondary fermentation two years on yeast sediment.

Wine description:

• Colour: Straw yellow colour with undertones of green.

• Nose: Varietal, floral scents prevail.

• Palate: Pleasing, fresh and at the same time rich and mature.

• Harmony: Higher sugar content goes well with pleasant acidity and fully developed flavour.

• Ageing potential: Up to 5 years.

Wine parameters:

• Alcohol: 12,7 %vol.

• Sugar content: Extra-dry (Extra Brut).

• Total acidity: 5,1 g/l.

• Serving temperature: 4 – 6 ºC.

• Marriage of food and wine: Aperitifs and desserts.

Awards:

• 2010 - Penina zelena 2006 – Champion of quality 2010 - VINO SLOVENIJA, Gornja Radgona 2010

Vintage: 2008

Variety: 100% Zelen