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Marjan Simčič operates in Goriška Brda, the hillside wine region of Slovenia's Primorje, where limestone-rich soils and Alpine influence shape distinctive white and red wines. The winery's Opoka line—named for the region's characteristic calcareous bedrock—demonstrates the terroir's mineral character across three flagship expressions: a Merlot of depth and structure, a Chardonnay of precision, and a Rebula (Ribolla Gialla) that captures the aromatic intensity and acidity the variety is known for in this corner of northeastern Italy's cultural sphere. Decanter and Falstaff have rated these wines, reflecting their technical caliber. Goriška Brda's position at the crossroads of Alpine and Mediterranean climates produces wines of notable balance—neither purely continental nor fully southern in character. The Opoka bottlings represent the winery's engagement with this singular terroir.
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