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Time Travel Vertical Tasting - Burja Bela (By Invitation Only)

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    Thu, February 13, 2020 (6:15 PM - 7:45 PM)

Kawa Espresso Bar
#101 1333 8 Street SW
Calgary, AB T2R 1M6
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Cost: $60

In 2018 , Vipava Valley in Slovenia has been awarded with a prestigious title from Lonely Planet - as a TOP 10 Europe destination." The Vipava Valley is a example of a hidden gem , right in the heart of Europe . This is a region rich in appeal and charm , offering great food experiences , exciting adventure activities , and stunning scenery - all just a short journey rom Ljubljana. With so much to offer , it's perhaps a surprise that more travelers hasn't yet discovered the delights of this area. "

The Vipava Valley has always been known as a wine-growing region . For centuries wine growing has been deep-rooted in this small valley based on tradition . In addition to numerous well-known Vipava Valley wine varieties , there is one variety that always stood out from others and it is the classic white blend , for more than 400 years called " VIPAVEC " .

Primoz Lavrenčič – a past university lecturer and researcher – runs the Burja estate at the eastern end of the narrow Vipava Valley and has been praised for his dedication and promotion of traditional winemaking in Vipava Valley. His Burja Bela is the core and heart production, based on the former glory of the Vipavec that usually comprises Malvazija, Rebula and Laški Rizling. Burja’s version, Burja Bela, has 30% of each plus 10% from other varieties, such as Zelen and Pinela – it’s a field blend from Primož’s two oldest vineyards. Ravno brdo over 20 years old and Stranice over 60 years old, different vines growing side by side.

This event is " by invitation only" for an extraordinary and a unique vertical tasting of 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 vintages made by Primoz Lavrencic the owner of Burja Estate and leading Slovenian wine producer. Please contact Les @Kawa Espresso Bar to receive your invitation.

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