2023 Gönc Winery "60's" Kerner, Štajerska, Slovenia
Playful, aromatic, and full of energy, the 2023 “60’s” Kerner from Gönc Winery is a vibrant skin-contact white that celebrates both tradition and irreverence. Bursting with notes of tangerine peel, jasmine, stone fruit, and spice, the wine shows a lightly grippy texture, zippy acidity, and a dry, citrus-pith finish. It’s a lively and unconventional take on Kerner that’s as refreshing as it is expressive.
ABOUT THIS WINE
Made from 100% Kerner grown in the rolling hills of Štajerska in northeastern Slovenia, this wine is organically farmed and fermented with native yeasts. The grapes undergo several days of skin contact, giving the wine its amber hue and gentle tannic edge, while aging in neutral oak adds depth without overshadowing freshness.
The 2023 vintage continues Gönc’s minimal-intervention approach—no fining, no filtration, and minimal sulfur—preserving the grape’s floral and spicy character. Expect aromas of orange blossom, apricot, ginger, and herbs, carried by a textured palate and electric acidity.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Gönc Winery is a small, family-run estate in Slovenia’s Štajerska region, led by winemaker Peter Gönc. Known for bold labels and a nonconformist spirit, the winery is equally serious about sustainability and craftsmanship. All vineyards are farmed organically, and the wines are made with a natural, low-intervention ethos. The “60’s” series reflects the winery’s passion for creativity, groove, and authentic expression—bottling the past with a modern pulse.