{"title":"Zavec Brothers","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"zavec-brothers-kugl","title":"Zavec Brothers Kugl White Blend","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCrisp White Blend from Slovenia's Vipava Valley\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Vipava Valley sits in Slovenia's Primorska region, close to the Italian border, where Mediterranean warmth meets the influence of the powerful Burja wind. This unique combination creates wines of vivid freshness and genuine distinction. Zavec Brothers craft their wines here with minimal intervention, and Kugl, their white blend, showcases the valley's character beautifully: bone dry, with aromas of citrus, white peach and a stony, mineral undertone that speaks of the valley's ancient soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe well chilled as an aperitif or alongside light seafood, white fish or soft cheeses. A brilliant choice for those who enjoy exploring wines from beyond the mainstream European appellations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Jolly Merchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57205498872157,"sku":"TWS-000994","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0821\/9610\/3517\/files\/ZavecBrothersKuglWhiteBlend.webp?v=1750879434"},{"product_id":"zavec-brothers-kugl-red","title":"Zavec Brothers Kugl Red Blend","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Bold and Fruity Slovenian Red\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZavec Brothers Kugl Red Blend is crafted by a winery renowned for its commitment to quality in Slovenia's Vipava Valley, where Mediterranean warmth meets the influence of the powerful Burja wind. A bouquet of ripe dark berries -- blackberries and cherries -- with subtle hints of plum and spice, the palate is smooth and full-bodied with soft tannins, layers of dark fruit complemented by a touch of pepper and a hint of oak, leading to a satisfying, balanced finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest enjoyed at room temperature alongside grilled meats, hearty stews, pasta dishes with rich tomato sauce or strong cheeses like aged cheddar or gouda. For a memorable meal, serve alongside roast lamb or a Mediterranean platter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Jolly Merchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57205509521757,"sku":"TWS-000993","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0821\/9610\/3517\/files\/ZavecBrothersKuglRedBlend.webp?v=1750879434"},{"product_id":"zavec-brothers-pet-nat-white","title":"Zavec Brothers Pet Nat White","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSlovenian Pét Nat White by Zavec Brothers\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePétillant Naturel — Pét Nat — is the oldest method of making sparkling wine: the juice is bottled before fermentation completes, capturing its own natural bubbles. Zavec Brothers makes this 2023 example in Slovenia's Vipava Valley, where the Burja wind and a Mediterranean-Alpine climate produce white wines of vivid freshness. 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Here, the powerful Burja wind — a fierce Bora that sweeps down from the Alps — tempers the Mediterranean warmth and produces grapes of vivid freshness and natural energy. Zavec Brothers is a small family estate that draws on this unique interplay of climates to make wines of genuine character and distinctiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Blaufränkisch is well-structured and medium-bodied, with dark cherry, wild berry and a lively note of white pepper. The palate is fresh and vibrant with fine tannins and a clean, persistent finish that speaks of the valley's altitude and the Burja's cooling influence. An excellent red for lamb, grilled meats and tomato-based pasta dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Jolly Merchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63906442805597,"sku":"TWS-000992","price":20.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0821\/9610\/3517\/files\/ZavecBrothersBlaufrankisch2024.png?v=1773927014"}],"url":"https:\/\/vinoshop.co.uk\/collections\/zavec-brothers.oembed","provider":"The Wine Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}