Fabio Franchella

8.9

Mehr auf der eleganten als auf der wilden seite. Macht spass als meditationswein — 4 months ago

with Xenia

Jim Nelson

9.4

Maybe the most elegant Malvasia I’ve met. — 4 years ago

with Bloody

Michael

9.0

Started with lime and underripe apple, mellowed overnight into more ripe pear and melon. Crazy grape — 5 years ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Consistently great wine - Vintage after Vintage. Dark and inky color. Fruit forward aromas and flavors of cranberry, blueberry and blackberry. Hints of truffle, earth and graphite. Great acidity, balance and elegance. — 6 years ago

Zoran Korencan

9.0

2017 vintage, at home with Burja Pinot Noir — 7 years ago

Caleb Schiff

9.0

Showing some skin — 8 years ago

Michael Schuster

8.9

Has green tea notes, very yummy. — 9 years ago

Joe Carroll

Owner/Wine Director Spuyten Duyvil, Fette Sau, St. Anselm & Gotham Artisanal Provisions

9.2

Pretty aggressive acidity — 6 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Vipava 1894, Pinela “Lanthieri” v.2022, Vipava Valley, Slovenia 🇸🇮

Overview:
A dry white blend centered on Pinela, another indigenous Vipava Valley grape known for its lively acidity and citrus-driven profile. The wine reflects the region’s breezy valley climate and limestone-influenced soils.

Aromas & Flavors:
Quince, kumquat, citrus zest, white stone fruit, and subtle herbal freshness.

Mouthfeel:
Crisp, energetic, and refreshing with vibrant acidity and a clean, linear structure. The finish is bright and mineral-driven.

Food Pairings:
Mediterranean seafood platters, oysters, grilled shrimp, lemony pasta dishes.

Personal Pick:
One of those wines that instantly feels coastal and refreshing. Perfect for seafood and warm weather sipping.

Verdict:
Bright, citrusy, and vibrant. A great example of Slovenia’s lesser-known native varieties.

🍷 Did You Know?:
Pinela has been cultivated in the Vipava Valley since the Middle Ages and remains one of the region’s signature indigenous grapes. — 2 years ago

Lisa Holms

8.9

Dedalus Thirst club May 2021
like a grown up rose — 5 years ago

Andrew Nightingale

9.6

Apricots and Marzipan melted down into a rich, succulent nectar — 7 years ago

with Joanna

Michelle Molina

9.8

Vinnie’s with Gena — 7 years ago

Katherine Kartman

9.2

Great minerality. Lots of lemongrass, some lime and a hint of pear. A unique sauv blanc and I love it. Can’t wait to get more. Very crisp and refreshing. Highly recommend. — 8 years ago

Brandon Thiessen

9.3

Very cidery, briochy, super fine bubbles — a year ago

Andrew Mecoli

9.0

Light bodied, sharp, with lively acidity and brightness. 2007 in good shape, but I wouldn’t wait much longer. — 3 years ago

Neil Blaze

8.9

Zesty and lively, this Croatian white pops with citrus, white peach, and almond notes. A great foil for rotisserie chicken and a warm early-summer evening. 100% Malvazija. 6/12/22. — 4 years ago

Julia

9.8

Full bodies ❤️❤️ — 6 years ago

Liz O'Neal

9.2

Jammy on the front but then funky. Hannah says like eating cherries on the beach - a salient quality - maybe one of them fell on the beach 😂 love it! Worth the splurge — 7 years ago

with Hannah

Zeke Runyon

9.9

Peppery, but savory and funky, full without fruit. Amazing. — 8 years ago

Kate Hufnagel

9.8

Wine #1 at Four. First Slovenian wine. OMG. I wish I was able to come home with a case! Steve (sommelier) killed it by pairing this with butter and sage spaghetti squash. Perfect duet. — 9 years ago