Čukundeda Prokupac: A luxurious Serbian red wine with aromas of cherries, plums and spices
Discover Čukundeda Prokupac 2020, an award-winning red wine from Serbia with intense aromas of cherries, plums, raspberries, vanilla, and tobacco. Perfect served at 16-18 degrees Celsius.
Grape variety and origin:
- Grape variety: Prokupac (also called Kameničarka)
- Origin: Vineyards of the Matijašević family in Serbia, cultivated for generations
Homage to the great-grandfather:
- Čukundeda means "great-grandfather" in Serbian and this wine is dedicated to a respected host, winemaker and lover of the Prokupac grape variety.
Viticulture and vinification:
- Careful cultivation: The grapes are grown with love and care to ensure optimal quality.
- Aging in the cellar: The wine matures in fine oak barrels, which gives it complexity and elegance.
Wine description:
- Taste: Čukundeda Prokupac is a luxurious red wine with aromas of cherries, plums, raspberries, vanilla, pipe tobacco, fine oak, graphite pencil, and sweet spices. On the palate, it is juicy, rich, and persistent with finely ground tannins and a long, complex finish.
- Suitable dishes: Red meat, game, stews, mature cheese
Serving instructions:
- Serving temperature: 16 to 18 degrees Celsius
Awards:
- Gold Medal 2021 BIWC
- Silver Medal 2022 Decanter
Further information:
- Producer: Matijašević Vineyards
- Country of origin: Serbia
- Year: 2020
- Alcohol content: 13.5% vol.
