How do you pronounce Vranec?

Vranec is pronounced VRAH-nets.

Where does Vranec come from?

Vranec grows in Tikveš, North Macedonia.

Expect blackberry, dark plum, cocoa, black pepper. Closest familiar reference: a bold, inky Cabernet or Syrah.

Tasting profile: Blackberry and overripe dark cherry over a savory, almost gamey base, with velvety tannin and enough acidity to keep the weight honest.
Where it grows: Tikveš, North Macedonia
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How do you pronounce Vranec?: Vranec is pronounced VRAH-nets.
Where does Vranec come from?: Vranec grows in Tikveš, North Macedonia.
What does Vranec taste like?: Expect blackberry, dark plum, cocoa, black pepper. Closest familiar reference: a bold, inky Cabernet or Syrah.

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