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On the rise and rise of Prokupac, Serbia’s signature grape
This year’s Prokupac Day once again showcased the philosophies and approaches that are driving Serbia’s signature indigenous variety to unprecedented levels of refinement and finesse. By Ian Bancroft Each year Prokupac Day, celebrated on 14th October, reinforces the sense of excitement about the grape and its potential. Gatherings spark intense... Continue reading
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Aleksandar Todorović and Serbia’s natural wine revolution
Aleksandar Todorović is one of a vanguard of producers in Serbia dedicated to natural wines. With his commitment to grapes such as Grašac, Zupljanka, and Prokupac, Todorović is also part of an expanding movement exploring the full potential of the country’s native varieties. By Ian Bancroft Aleksandar Todorović, at only... Continue reading
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The unfamiliar story of Herzegovina’s Vinarija Škegro
With their innovative approach to winemaking, Škegro Family Winery is making a profound contribution to realising the full potential of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s indigenous varieties – Blatina, Trnjak, and Žilavka. The latter, in particular, could do for the country’s wine reputation what Malvazija has for Croatia and Grüner Veltliner for... Continue reading
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