The Pleterje Charterhouse Below the Gorjanci Mountains, hidden in a picturesque valley near Sentjernej, lies the Pleterje Charterhouse. It is the only Carthusian monastery still active in Slovenia. It is a magical place that inspires contemplation and reflection. The Carthusian Order is a spiritual Catholic order characterised by the solitude...
Our winemakers: Kartause Pleterje from Lower Carniola (Dolenjska) in Slovenia
Sandra HaltmayerAugust 21, 2025
Our winemakers: Edi Simcic winery from Goriska Brda in Slovenia
Sandra HaltmayerOctober 24, 2024
The history The history of the Edi Simcic winery in Slovenia began in the 1960s. In addition to their work at the local agricultural cooperative in Dobrovo, Marica and Edi Simcic cultivated 3.5 hectares of vineyards in the beautifully situated Goriska Brda. However, they were not able to fill their...
Our winemakers: Dveri-Pax winery of Admont Abbey from Stajerska Slovenija
Sandra HaltmayerJune 19, 2024
Not far from the Austrian border, the Dveri-Pax winery is located in the Drava Valley (Podravje), surrounded by the picturesque landscapes of Stajerska Slovenija. The Slovenian wines produced here reflect the connection between the Benedictine monks' long winemaking tradition and their deep passion for winemaking. This is how centuries-old methods...
Our winemakers: Cotar winery from the Kras in Slovenia
Sandra HaltmayerMarch 01, 2024
Natural wines and orange wines from the Slovenian Kras, which cannot be compared with anything in their individuality, depth and energy. Get to know the Vina Cotar winery. The history The Cotar winery is located in the southern part of the Kras plateau in Gorjansko in Slovenia. In 1974, Branco...
