Janko Zavet 2021

Character & enjoyment

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.