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Flor 2022
Flor 2022
Pivnica Cajkov
Deep, complex, intense wine with hints of nuts, dried yellow fruit, dried orange zest and medicinal herbs; with good acidity, very energetic and potent.
Pinot Gris was picked mid-September and spent 2 weeks on skins, then transferred to 2 neutral old barrels. Devin skins & must topped with direct-press must of Leánka and macerated for about a week; both gently pressed into a tank, left to rest for a few weeks and then aged
in old neutral barrels untopped, developing a thick flor. After ~1 year, the 2 barrels were blended and bottled; the final blend is roughly 40% Pinot Gris, 30% Devín, 30% Leánka.
Flor 2022
€ 30,00
Pivnica Cajkov
Pivnica Cajkov
The viniculture region under the Sitno Volcano is a magic place where two climates meet. The hot – southern part of Europe (Panon basin – Pannonicum) overlaps here with the cold – northern part of Europe (West Carpathians – Carpaticum occidentale)., Nitra Slovakia
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Nestled in the heart of Slovakia, the village of Čajkov cradles a winemaking saga dating back to 1666. Bestowed with a seal by the Archbishop of Esztergom, a family gained the privilege to trade in wine and agriculture, laying the foundation for a legacy deeply embedded in the fertile soils of Čajkov.
Across generations, this family cultivated a profound bond with the land, nurturing a viticultural tradition passed down through time. Marek, the youngest scion, captivated by the allure of the vineyards, embraced the family's passion and pursued winemaking studies in Modra and later at Mendel University in Brno.
Under Marek's stewardship, the family's vineyards in Na Múrach, Sádowie, and Slávičie údolie flourished, enriched by the volcanic soil of the Sitno region. In the cellar, Marek revealed ancient walls, embracing the simplicity of winemaking—a return to tradition, where each bottle became a vessel for storytelling. Grapes are grown organically and vinified without interventions until bottling, when - if necessary - they receive a dash of sulfur.
He uncovered the essence of wine in harmonizing with nature, valuing terroir, and embracing each vintage's unique qualities. Pesecká leánka, a once-overlooked native grape, took center stage in his story. Amidst the shadows of Soviet occupation, cloaking the region, the rich tapestry of cooperative viticulture's tradition and knowledge unraveled. Nonetheless, Marek emerged as a pioneer, revitalizing time-honored methods and fostering a personal, terroir-driven winemaking ethos.
In the company of like-minded vintners, he co-founded "Wines From Under the Volcano," tirelessly championing the forgotten region and its hidden treasures.
Through unwavering dedication, Marek's efforts bore fruit, earning the recognition and appreciation that had long eluded the region. Today, the wines of Pivnica Čajkov grace tables worldwide, including Michelin-starred restaurants, a testament to Marek's commitment to restoring the viticultural legacy and unveiling the distinct character of the region's wines to a global audience.
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aromatic
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Vulcanica #7
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juicy
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Princess Pesecká leánka 2023
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Pesecka Leanka Rustical 2022
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