Zvonko Bogdan 4 Konja Debela

Overview

“4 Konja Debela” (four fat horses) is a red cuvée from the Zvonko Bogdan winery in Vojvodina, Northern Serbia. The blend of international and indigenous grape varieties results in a full-bodied, structured red wine with pronounced maturity and depth.

In the glass

Deep ruby garnet with dark reflections; clear, intense color, slightly violet at the rim.

On the nose

Ripe dark cherry, blackberry jam, and cassis form the core. Beneath this are notes of clove, cinnamon, and dark cocoa. Oak wood and vanilla-like maturity from barrel contact in the background.

On the palate

Full-bodied, with soft, well-integrated tannins. The acidity is moderate and supports the length. The finish is warm and persistent, with lingering fruit and woody spice notes.

Food pairing

Grilled beef, leg of lamb with rosemary, aged hard cheese, venison goulash.

Serving recommendation

• Temperature: 16–18 °C
• Decanting: 30–45 minutes recommended
• Glass: Bordeaux glass

Origin

Zvonko Bogdan is one of the most renowned wineries in Vojvodina, based in Subotica, near the Hungarian border. The winery is known for its opulent cuvées and the processing of varieties such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and indigenous grape varieties.

Technical specifications

• Grape variety(ies): Red Cuvée (Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and others)
• Region: Vojvodina, Northern Serbia
• Alcohol: approx. 14 % vol
• Content: 750 ml
• Aging: Barrique