Erdevik Winery is located in the village or Erdevik, in the Western foothills of Alma Mons (Fruska Gora). Surrounded by low hills in Fruska Gora and vast plains to the South. Located 140 meters above sea level, Erdevik, with its three lakes is one of the most beautiful villages in the region of Syrmia (Srem). Vines were first planted here in 276AD during the reign of Roman Emperor Probus.

Vineyards

They carefully selected location where to plant their vineyards. Breskvik micro-location turned out to have the best terroir (climate and soil influence) in Fruska Gora appellation. Their grapes are ripening in the best possible way getting the sunlight both from the sun and as a reflection of river Danube. During the summer and early winter cool air flows from Fruska Gora forest so grapes achieve appropriate freshness, fruitiness and acidity becoming fully balanced.

Soil is multilayered full of minerals which provides robustness and complexity in wines. On the surface soil is alluvial with several layers of clay and limestone where plant roots are reaching fossilized segments of shell and coral remained from Pannonian sea sediments.

Vinification

40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot 24% Syrah.

After vinification the wine is aged in cask.

Tasting Notes

This wine has a deep ruby color with black nuances. Peppery red and black fruits make up the perfume. This round, supple wine features ample doses of spicy black fruit. In the mouth, this is slightly sweet from the Syrah, with solid acid and structure throughout. The finish carries some continuing fruit and mild tannins. Long multi layered aftertaste.