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2022 Duet, Edi Simcic Wine Republic

2023 Duet, Edi Simčič

Goriška Brda, Slovenia

Brda After Dark

Deep, polished and quietly commanding, Duet is a red that speaks in a calm, confident voice. Ripe black cherry, plum and blackcurrant rise first, followed by cedar, graphite and dried herbs, with a subtle note of baking spice and dark chocolate adding extra depth. The palate is supple yet structured, with layers of dark berries, mulberry and a faint earthy edge, all carried by fine tannins and a lovely line of freshness. There is power here, but it is shaped beautifully, so the wine feels composed rather than weighty, finishing long, savoury and gently mineral.

For when: the table is full, the food is generous, and the bottle needs quiet authority rather than noise.
Pairs with: roast lamb, beef fillet, mushroom dishes, or hard cheeses with a little age.
If this wine were a place: a hillside in Brda at dusk, with cedar in the air and the last warmth still held in the stone.

Edi Simčič is one of Slovenia’s defining estates, based in Goriška Brda, where Mediterranean warmth meets alpine freshness. Duet is the house’s elegant red blend, built around Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, and shaped in a style that balances richness with restraint. In the glass, it captures what the estate does so well, wines with depth, polish and a strong sense of place, but always with freshness and finesse at their core.

Whats in the bottle
70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon

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Widely considered to be one of the best producers in Slovenia, Edi Simčič’s wines are truly unique, stoically traditional and proudly Slovenian. Three generations are still at work here, passing knowledge and experience from father to son every day. Edi himself is still very much a key character at the centre of the business, with his son Aleks working alongside him and taking the winery into a new era, while Aleks’ two sons learn their trade to take up the family mantle one day.

Historically, Slovenia has experienced more than its fair share of hardships, re-shaping the lives of the whole population. In the case of Goriška Brda, the whole region was under fascist rule by Mussolini’s Italy up until the end of World War II, after which it passed into Communist rule as part of the reestablished Yugoslavia. Like many other regions in the area, Goriška Brda’s whole agricultural industry suffered greatly under Communist rule, as all growers were expected to surrender a large portion of their grapes to the government, thus leaving growers with no resources to even consider quality growing and winemaking. Upon independence and the formation of the Republic of Slovenia in 1991, the family spared little time in pursuing their true calling as one of the leading winemakers of the country.

Today their reputation is well-established, very deservedly so. Everything about Edi himself exudes gentleness, and this certainly comes across in the wines, thanks to patient growing, gentle handling in the cellar and utter perfectionism when it comes to ageing. Down in the cool cellars, none of the wines are rushed to be ready, and a masterful use of oak results in complex and slightly (but very attractively) oxidative wines. Within Edi’s wheelhouse is a delicious Chardonnay, a wine he considers to be the first step everyone must take to fully understand his approach, after which comes the Sivi Pinot, the local name and style of Pinot Gris. The defining grape and wine of this project and indeed region is the indigenous Rebula, the true jewel in the Edi Simcic crown. Finally, the range is rounded off with a red called Duet, a harmonious blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. These wines are very special, and Edi and family have worked tirelessly to show the world what their region and country is capable of. This is Slovenia.

The vinification process for the 2023 Duet begins with a two-week maceration period to extract optimal colour, flavour, and tannins from the grapes. Following maceration, the wine undergoes fermentation in stainless steel tanks for approximately two months, a method that preserves the purity and freshness of the fruit. The wine was matured for 24 to 30 months in barrique, with one-third of the barrels being new oak.

Country
Slovenia

Producer
Edi Simcic

Grape
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Region
Goriška Brda

Size
750ml

Types
Red Wine

Vintage
2023