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Shesh i Bardhë 2021 from Duka Winery is a great wine made from the local variety with the same name. Grown around the city of Durrës, this wine embraces all that is the tradition of great winemaking in Albania. The wine undergoes temperature-controlled vinification that maintains freshness and vivacity, characteristic of this grape. The entire production is certified according to the ISO 22000 safety standard, demonstrating Duka Winery's commitment to quality and safety.
Aromatic and flavor profile
This white wine presents itself with delicate yet expressive aromas of citrus, fresh apple and subtle floral notes. On the palate it offers refreshing acidity, combined with a balanced and soft texture that makes it incredibly versatile. The flavors are fresh, lively and long-lasting, making this wine ideal for warm weather or light meals.
Production Method
Duka winery ensures a meticulous winemaking process at controlled temperatures to maintain the aromatic profile and freshness of the wine. Hailing from the microregion of Lalez in Durrës, this wine possesses a very particular microclimate of the region: freshened by refreshing winds from the nearby sea. The total bottling from this vintage is only 4,500, further evidence to the exclusivity and care of this wine.
Pairing Suggestions and Serving Temperature
This white wine, 2021 Shesh i Bardhë, goes perfectly with seafood and fresh cheeses, allowing its fresh acidity to uplift these delicate types of food. It is best served at 10°C to allow its refreshing qualities to be fully realized, with a clean finish.
Our dedication and care in producing Duka wine begins with the land and the vine with its location in the region of Durres and the sub-region of Ishëm. 5.5 hectares of vineyard have spread out since 2004 in the shape of an amphitheater, in terms of the microclimate created by the forests and the cool winds that embrace it from the south. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo cultivars are grown organically in our vineyard. That produce monovarietal wines, as well as the Duka Reserve wine that a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Tempranillo . Added to the range of products is Grandfather's Grappa, a traditional distillate from Albania, produced in memory of Enver Duka, who wrote the first sentences in the history of the winery el Duka vineyard. To be further a story that combines tradition and contemporary technology.
