Quercus Cabernet Sauvignon
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Typically best enjoyed 2–5 years from vintage release.
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grilled beef steak, roasted pork loin, medium-aged cheeses
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Nestled in the sun-drenched, terraced hills of Goriška Brda, where the warmth of the Adriatic Sea meets the cooling alpine drafts of the Julian Alps, Klet Brda's Quercus Cabernet Sauvignon represents a harmonious marriage of an international variety and distinctive Slovenian terroir. The Quercus line, named after the majestic oak trees native to the region's forests, is crafted to showcase freshness, purity of fruit, and elegant varietal expression. Grown on steep, mineral-rich opoka (marl and sandstone) soils, the grapes are hand-harvested by the cooperative's dedicated family growers. The wine undergoes controlled fermentation in stainless steel, followed by short aging in oak casks to soften the tannins while preserving the vibrant dark berry aromas and characteristic herbaceous notes. This approach yields a refined, approachable Cabernet Sauvignon that tells the story of Brda's unique microclimate and centuries-old viticultural heritage.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1957 in the heart of the picturesque Goriška Brda region in Primorska, Slovenia, Klet Brda is a leading cooperative winery that unites over 400 local winegrowing families. Operating under a philosophy of deep respect for nature and sustainable viticulture, the cooperative's growers hand-harvest grapes from steep, mineral-rich terraced vineyards. Klet Brda is globally renowned for championing indigenous and international varieties, most notably the flagship Rebula, alongside their highly acclaimed Quercus range which features fresh, expressive white, rosé, and red wines that beautifully capture the unique microclimate shaped by the Julian Alps and the Adriatic Sea.