Edi Simčič Malvazija · Goriška Brda, Slovenia · 2017

The Moment

This is Malvasia turned opulent — ripe, golden, and unapologetically textured. A wine that leans into ripeness, oak, and savory mineral depth, challenging expectations of what a Mediterranean white can be.

What It Feels Like

The wine pours a deep golden-yellow, signaling both maturity and concentration. On the nose, it is intense and exotic, layered with fresh and dried peaches, apricots, and ripe melon, followed by balsamic notes of Mediterranean scrub, sweet spice, toasted wood, and warm stone.

On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and juicy, with flavors of green apple, dried apricot, and stone fruit compote. Acidity is softer and rounded, allowing the wine’s fruit weight and oak texture to take center stage. Despite its richness, a distinct saline-mineral core keeps the wine grounded and food-friendly.

The finish is long, savory, and mineral-driven, with a salty edge that refreshes the palate and invites another bite.

Perfect For

• Seafood paella or shellfish-based appetizers

• Spicy or boldly seasoned dishes

• Butternut squash or mushroom risotto

• Adventurous pairings with grilled lamb or richer white-meat dishes

The Vibe Pairing

• Playlist energy: Balkan psych, downtempo electronica, cinematic jazz

• Aura color: Burnished gold, warm stone, dried herbs

• Time of day: Late dinner, candlelight, slower pacing

Why We Love It

Edi Simčič doesn’t chase freshness — he chases expression. This Malvazija is built on low yields, full ripeness, and oak aging, delivering a wine that’s bold, savory, and deeply textural. It’s a white wine for red wine drinkers and a perfect bridge into the Wild & Experimental world.

Wild & Experimental · Still White (Textural / Oak-Influenced)