At a Glance

Zavet 2020 is a Bordeaux-inspired cuvée from Vinarija Janko, made from grapes grown in the Ralja vineyards, south of Belgrade. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot are blended directly in the vineyard. After two weeks of maceration and one month on the lees, the wine matures for twelve months in Serbian oak, partly in new and partly in used barriques.

In the Glass

Deep ruby-garnet with a dense core of color and a dark, colored rim.

On the Nose

Complex bouquet of red and black berries, dark tobacco, coffee, black tea, and damp earth. The aroma is deep, earthy, and elegant – a classic profile of mature Bordeaux varietals with a Serbian terroir signature.

On the Palate

Harmonious, dense, and structured with fine, well-integrated tannins. The acidity is precise and integrated, the finish long and warm. The wine impresses with its precision and composure – not obtrusive opulence, but structured depth.

Food Pairing

Braised lamb shoulder, beef pot roast with root vegetables, aged hard cheese, wild boar with lingonberry sauce.

Serving Recommendation

• Temperature: 16–18 °C (60–64 °F)
• Decanting time: 30–45 minutes
• Glass: Bordeaux glass

Origin

The grapes for Zavet come from the Ralja vineyards south of Belgrade. Vinarija Janko in Smederevo, founded in 2006 by Dragan Vasić, is a multiple Decanter award winner and boasts one of the largest barrique cellars in Serbia.

Technical Details

• Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot (Cuvée)
• Maceration: approx. 2 weeks
• Aging: 12 months in Serbian oak barriques (new and used barrels)
• Region: Ralja vineyards / Smederevsko Vinogorje, Serbia
• Vintage: 2020