Lonely Planet Slovenia Quotes

“Goriška Brda, Simčič has been around for some time and is one of the best. Also very good and consistent is Ščurek. And let's not forget Movia. Vinakoper has once again been voted tops for offering the best value for money. But it’s not just about reds from Primorska. In the last few years there’s been much interest in the whites of the northeast: Silvaner from Marof; Riesling from Ducal, Kupljen and Protner; Furmint from Verus and P&F; and the native Bouvier variety from Radgonske Gorice. In fact, Sauvignon Blanc from the northeast is being compared with New Zealand’s very best. And just this year, Pullus from Ptuj won the coveted Decanter International Trophy for its Welschriesling 2012.”
― Lonely Planet, Lonely Planet Slovenia

“The oldest vine in the world, planted more than four centuries ago and still producing grapes and wine, is the Stara Trta (Old Vine) in Maribor.”
― Lonely Planet, Lonely Planet Slovenia