{"title":"MAKER SERIES: MEET BOJAN KOBAL.","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eJoin us this Friday, March 27th from 4–7PM at our West Hartford Shop for an unforgettable MAKER SERIES tasting with acclaimed Slovenian winemaker Bojan Kobal. Hailing from the historic Haloze appellation, renowned since Roman times as one of Central Europe’s premier wine-growing regions, Kobal crafts wines that vividly express the steep marl-rich slopes and deep-rooted vines of this extraordinary terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eA Master of his craft, winemaker Bojan showcases an impressive range of styles, from bright, mineral-driven whites to playful, effervescent Pet Nats and complex skin-contact crushers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDon’t miss this rare opportunity to meet the maker and experience the vibrant character of Slovenia in every glass.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kobal-bajta-haloze-belo-slovenia-2021","title":"Kobal ‘Bajta’ Haloze Belo Slovenia, 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChardonnay, Pinot Gris \/ Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Welschriesling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis unique, copper – gold colored wine is exotic on the nose and is reminiscent of orange peel, cinnamon, white coffee, white chocolate on nose and taste. This is the wine for people who want to enjoy special wines, where a creation of nature makes for an unforgettable experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKobal is situated in the Haloze (Halos) appellation of Slovenia, one of the oldest winemaking regions in the country dating back 2,000 years. The owner and winemaker Bojan Kobal works to make wines that fully express the inherent qualities of the grapes and the region's unique terroir. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis wine is a blend of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWelschriesling, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ey, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ew\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehen these white grapes are blended in skin-contact form, they take on a whole new personality. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose is expressive with a kiss of candied peaches. The palate is dry and balanced with fresh apple, agave, and a waxy honey note.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ungrafted Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44294817743089,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0080\/5683\/2053\/files\/IMG_1550.heic?v=1733856440"},{"product_id":"kobal-bajta-pet-nat-rose-slovenia-2023","title":"Kobal 'Bajta' Blaufrankisch Pet Nat Rose Slovenia","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis wine is made from 100% Modra Frankinja\/Blaufränkisch. Made in a naturally sparkling pet-nat style, the nose displays the natural yeast which give this wine its ties to the land and strengthen the strawberry and raspberry notes. While this wine is perfectly enjoyed on its own, we also recommend pairing it with soft cheeses, charcuterie platters, and any light pasta.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ungrafted Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44294852673777,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0080\/5683\/2053\/files\/BA2B6826-8AC9-4CBC-AB26-0BADA92AA7A3.jpg?v=1721259512"},{"product_id":"kobal-pinot-grigio-slovenia-2024","title":"Kobal Pinot Grigio Slovenia, 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis wine is made of 100% Pinot Grigio. We would pair it with chicken cutlets, either with a salad or pasta. The wine is aged on its lees and sees a 36 hour skin contact, giving it depth and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e a copper\/pink hue. The color is a characteristic of Pinot Grigio that sees extended skin contact, because the grapes have a reddish gray color. The bouquet is reminiscent of ripe pear, red apple, flowers, melon, tropical fruit and minerality. The discreet, creamy aftertaste is typical in wines that are matured on lees and it rounds the wine well into a pleasant harmony of scents and flavors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ungrafted Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46938681737457,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0080\/5683\/2053\/files\/IMG_9126.heic?v=1720350456"},{"product_id":"kobal-bajta-yellow-muscat-pet-nat-slovenia","title":"Kobal 'Bajta' Yellow Muscat Pet Nat Slovenia, 2025","description":"","brand":"Ungrafted Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48098359935217,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0080\/5683\/2053\/files\/D4DF840E-9834-43D4-9CD1-1D64A63979C7.jpg?v=1780599380"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0080\/5683\/2053\/collections\/Screenshot_2026-03-25_at_3.45.54_PM.png?v=1774469955","url":"https:\/\/thewiseolddog.com\/collections\/kobal.oembed","provider":"The Wise Old Dog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}