Goriška Brda

Goriška Brda is a hilly wine subregion located in the westernmost part of Slovenia's Primorska region, bordering Italy's Friuli-Venezia Giulia. The area benefits from a unique microclimate created by the convergence of Alpine and Mediterranean influences, with marl-rich soil (locally called 'opoka') that provides excellent drainage and minerality. Rebula (Ribolla Gialla), Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, and Merlot dominate the vineyards, producing elegant white wines with pronounced minerality and structured reds, with a growing reputation for natural and orange wines.