One of the finest Chardonnays produced anywhere in the world, this classic from Simčič offers a profound array of sweet cream, peaches, citrus, and honeycomb, along with a full, lush volume in the mouth. Most wineries ferment in steel, then pass through oak, giving the wine barbed edges and an inelegant balance; Simčič ferments his wine in the barrel, offering a soft, velvety tannin that is a confident and generous.

Largely unknown in the U.S., the Rebula varietal (aka Ribolla Gialla) is a classic white grape from Goriška Brda. While not known for breath-taking aromatics when it’s young,bottle aging can lead to remarkable layers of citrus and pome fruits. In classic Edi Simcic style, this layered and complex wine spends 10 months fermenting in oak and has a pleasing, oily palate-weight. Driven by its fascinating terroir, it speaks to both its subalpine origins and the estate's proximity to the sea.

Edi Simčič calls his wines “controversial.” Funny for a man whose quiet, timeless smile puts one completely at ease. But just over the Italian border, in the nature-blessed zone of Goriška Brda, Simčič is turning traditional heads with his stunningly bold wines. His Duet is pure Simčič: bold, stirring, compelling. Its richness is like a restaurant-only dessert: chocolate, cherries, cheesecake, and coffee. Its silky tannins underscore a lush, ripe, fruit-full body that goes on and on, and will improve for 20 years.

A nano-production Cab-Merlot blend of stunning power, Duet Lex is deeply complex and refined. Extremely low yields concentrate the tannins, along with rich layers of plum, dark tea, and wood smoke. A monumental achievement that has garnered exceptional ratings from (among others) Wine Enthusiast: “Lifted blackberry and cherry aromas meld into flavors of ripe black-fruit, violet and black peppercorn in this bold, beautiful Bordeaux-style blend. It’s richly concentrated, with vibrant acidity and lush, furry tannins.”

From the hamlet of Fojana, nestled high and deep in the hills of Goriška Brda in Slovenia, comes this storybook Chardonnay hand-crafted by cult winemaker Aleks Simčič. Incredible power and freshness combine for a wine of unparalleled poise and complexity. Weighty tropical layers are woven throughout, but are only one part of the story - each sip reveals new complexities, with swirling aromas and flavors that recall the absolute best of white Bordeaux. 91 points Wine Advocate

One of Europe's best-kept secrets, the charismatic Rebula (Ribolla Gialla) grape grows in the textured, windswept hills of Friuli and next-door Slovenia. Here, this nano-production, single cru rendition from Aleks Simčič takes the classic variety to staggering new heights. A rich, oily texture and layer upon layer of flavor, combined with a paradoxical freshness and perfectly-balanced acidity. Such power, and yet such restraint... truly a white wine to make the French weep. Only 180 bottles allocated to the U.S.

Rivalling Bordeaux’s highest champions, this flagship wine from Edi Simčič can only be described as transcendent. With each sip, the endless canopy of layers extends itself even further: pine oil, cherry liqueur, bilberry and dried blueberries, tea leaves, liquid smoke, cinnamon stick, fern leaf and a nuanced, dirt road minerality.... the list goes on and on! A tannic masterpiece, Kolos is Slovenian in its purest expression and not, in fact, Bordeaux! Only 3000 bottles made.

This stunning, single-vineyard Chardonnay originates from the Simčič family’s highest altitude site. The wine’s sheer power and delineation reveal their decision to bottle this cru separately. Baffling complexity begins in the nose with hazelnuts, spiced gingerbread, and caramel backing a host of tropical and stone fruits... followed by a voluptuous palate of Meyer lemon, crème brûlée, golden apple, crushed limestone, and toasted almond that finishes with a saline spike. Absolutely glorious! Less than 300 cases made.