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The tasting |
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Bright ruby red. |
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Complex aromas of graphite and blackcurrant. |
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The palate is dense yet refined, with a sleek, understated style. Velvety tannins and a long, graceful finish complete the experience. |
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The sommelier's advice |
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Serve at 14 to 16°C. |
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Spiced roast pork, beef and red pepper skewers, mature cheeses. |
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From now until 2030 |
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The estate and the wine |
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Tucked away in the beating heart of Macedonia, Popov Winery has become one of the Balkans’ most acclaimed producers. Based in the historic Tikvesh region, this family-run estate has, since 2001, combined state-of-the-art winemaking with an unwavering commitment to quality. The result? A range of beautifully crafted wines whose reputation now reaches far beyond the country’s borders. |
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The 2023 Vrshnik Cabernet Franc Red offers a remarkably clear expression of the grape’s identity, with delicate hints of graphite wrapped in pure, refined fruit, highlighted by notes of blackcurrant. Its structure is elegant, precise, and beautifully nuanced—showcasing a level of finesse that rivals some of the finest examples from the Loire Valley. A true favourite of the Selection Committee, rated 94/100. |
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Hand harvested at the end of September. Micro-fermentation in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature. |
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AWARDS |
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Wine rated 94/100 by our Committee! |
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