Introduction:
The 2022 Sanctum “Lisica” Pinot Noir from Štajerska, Slovenia is a savory, refined, and food‑friendly expression of Pinot Noir. It delivers intense red fruit, earthy herbal tones, and a precise structure with a light body.

Terrior:
Grown on steep 45° slopes in Lipoglav, Lower Styria (Štajerska), between 100–480 m elevation. Soils are marl‑clay‑sand. The continental climate features warm summers and cool nights, preserving acidity and developing elegance.

Appearance:
Pale translucent ruby with youthful clarity; light viscosity.

Nose:
Bright cranberry and Bing cherry aromas are mingled with herbal and vegetal notes—tomato leaf, basil, radish, and forest floor complexity.

Palate:
Light- to medium-bodied, with taut acidity and subtle tannins. Flavors of red berry fruit and savory herbs are underscored by earthy depth and slight austerity. Initially intense, the texture relaxes to reveal elegance when paired with food.

Finish:
Savory and layered, the finish carries lingering herbs, mineral edges, and a subtle saline lift that keeps the palate intrigued.

Overall Impression:
A refined and terroir-expressive Pinot Noir from Slovenia—tart fruit meets savory complexity in a mineral-tinged whole. Best enjoyed with rich, savory foods like roasted vegetables, sausages, stews, or goulash. Drink now through 2026.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 12.5%
Farming Practices: Sustainable, no herbicide or irrigation; minimal intervention
Producer Name: Sanctum
Old World / New World: Old World
Country of Origin: Slovenia
Region: Lipoglav, Lower Styria (Štajerska), Podravje
Grape Varietals: 100% Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2022
Wine Style: Light-bodied, savory and earthy Pinot Noir with red fruit, herbal complexity, and mineral grip
Winemaking Techniques: Hand-harvested, destemmed, spontaneous fermentation in open-top vessels, 19–24 days maceration, 12 months in neutral French oak, bottled unfiltered
Pack Size: 750 ml bottle
Container Style: Standard Burgundy-style glass bottle
Closure Style: Cork