Quercus Chardonnay
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–3 years from vintage release to capture its fresh fruit character and crisp acidity.
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Creamy pasta dishes, grilled sea bass, roasted chicken
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The Quercus Chardonnay from Klet Brda is a brilliant expression of how international varieties adapt to the unique terroir of Goriška Brda in Primorska, Slovenia. Grown on steep, terraced vineyards carved into 'opoka'—a local soil composed of mineral-rich marl and sandstone—the vines benefit from a dramatic microclimate where cool Alpine winds meet warm Adriatic breezes. The name 'Quercus' is Latin for oak, paying homage to the historic oak forests that dot the regional landscape. Unlike heavily oaked New World Chardonnays, this cuvée is crafted primarily in stainless steel with gentle sur lie aging, preserving the grape's natural freshness, vibrant yellow apple and peach aromas, and a distinct, elegant minerality that reflects its sub-Alpine maritime heritage.
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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.