Sivi – Pinot Grigio – Edi Simčič – 2021

The Sivi – Pinot Grigio from the Edi Simčič winery 

The Sivi Pinot Grigio from the Edi Simčiči winery represents an excellence in the Slovenian white wine landscape. The winery, located in the Goriška Brda wine region, is renowned for its dedication to quality and tradition. This particular Pinot Grigio stands out for its complex character and its ability to express the uniqueness of the territory from which it originates. It is a wine that captures attention with its balance between aromatic intensity and elegant structure, offering a rich and enveloping sensory experience.

The Winemaking

The winemaking of the Sivi Pinot Grigio Edi Simčiči is a meticulous process that emphasizes the quality of the grapes and their natural expression. The grapes are handpicked, ensuring the selection of the best bunches at harvest time. After gentle pressing, the must ferments in oak barrels, where the wine matures for a period that allows for the development of complexity and aromatic depth. The oak aging imparts a velvety texture and a bouquet enriched with notes of hazelnut and oriental spices, perfectly integrated with fruity hints of red apple and pear.

Tasting the wine of the winery

Upon visual analysis, the Sivi Pinot Grigio shows a medium golden color, which already anticipates the richness of its aromatic profile. On the nose, the wine is intense and juicy, with a symphony of well-woven aromas. Notes of ripe red apples blend with oriental spices, pear, smoke, and hazelnuts, creating an inviting and complex aromatic profile. On the palate, it presents itself as dry, with medium acidity that keeps the wine lively and well-balanced. The aromatic persistence is remarkable, providing a long and opulent finish that invites another sip.

Food Pairings

The Sivi Pinot Grigio from Edi Simčiči pairs magnificently with a variety of dishes. Its complexity and structure make it ideal for accompanying richer fish dishes such as grilled salmon or creamy cod. It is also an excellent choice for poultry dishes, like roast chicken with herbs or oven-baked guinea fowl. The aromas of hazelnut and spices pair well with vegetarian dishes based on mushrooms or nuts, offering a complete and satisfying culinary experience.

THE WINERY

The story of Edi Simčič Winery began between the 1960s and 1980s, when Marica and Edi Simčič passionately cultivated 3.5 hectares of vineyards while also working at the Dobrovo Agricultural Cooperative. In 1989, they celebrated a milestone by bottling their first wine, producing 3,000 bottles. With the generational transition, their son Alex took over the business in the 1990s, setting a clear direction and laying the foundations for the family brand. What started as a small home cellar gradually transformed into a modern production facility. Today, the story continues with the third generation: Alex’s sons, Jure and Jakob, are already key players in the family business… keep reading