About Refošk

Refošk is a very old dark-skinned grape cultivated in Slovenia.

The grape is classified as a variety of Refosco - a group of grapes which originated in Italy.

Refošk is mainly found in the Primorska region (Slovene Littoral). The wines from this grape can be quite powerful and tannic, with a deep violet color and aromas of raspberries and blueberries. They may also have a subtle floral or herbal note and a pleasantly bitter flavor.

Slovenian Refošk is best known for its use in Teran wine (Kraški teran) which should not be confused with the Croatian grape variety named Teran. The confusion often appears because Refošk and Teran (variety) are often (erroneously) used as synonyms.