Plener Cuvee Tri 2019/2020
Sis. ALV 25,5%
The "Three-Way" Harmony – A Textured Dialogue of Chardonnay and Pinot
In March 2026, the Cuvée Tři 2019/2020 stands as the sophisticated "elder sibling" to the CMYK series. The name Tři (meaning "Three") refers to the three different vessels used during its maturation: a portion is aged in stainless steel tanks, a portion in large oak barrels, and the final part in a 600-litre egg-shaped oak vessel. This multi-vessel approach creates a wine with incredible aromatic intensity and a complex, layered structure.
Like many of Dominika Černohorská's top-tier wines, this is a multi-vintage blend, combining the structural depth of 2019 with the vibrant, high-toned energy of 2020.
🍷 Tasting Notes (2026 Perspective)
Currently at six years of age, the 2019/2020 blend has reached a beautiful state of "creamy precision," where the oak-driven texture perfectly supports the cool-climate fruit.
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The Nose: Complex and "Worked." It leads with a sophisticated mix of yellow peach, pineapple, and ripe pear. Because of the extended time on lees (bâtonnage), you'll find elegant secondary notes of biscuit, fresh bread, and toasted almond, with a hint of white flowers.
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The Palate: Silky and Focused. The entry is broad and "mouth-filling," featuring a creamy texture derived from the egg maturation. Flavors of lemon curd and apricot are balanced by a sharp, lively acidity and a distinct flinty, mineral "snap" characteristic of the Pavlov limestone.
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The Finish: Long and Savory. It concludes with a persistent trail of citrus pith and wet stones, leaving a clean, saline impression that invites another sip.
📋 Technical Snapshot
| Feature | Details |
| Grapes | 80% Pinot Blanc, 20% Chardonnay |
| Terroir | High-calcium limestone (Pálava hills) |
| Vinification | Spontaneous fermentation; Malolactic fermentation completed |
| Maturation | Egg-shaped oak (600L), large oak (1500L), and stainless steel |
| ABV | 13.0% |
| Residual Sugar | 0.9 g/l (Bone dry) |
| Drinking Window | 2023 – 2029. Showing magnificent balance and maturity right now. |
Pro Tip
Cuvée Tři is a wine that rewards patience and the right glass. Do not serve it in a narrow flute; use a wider Burgundy-style glass to allow the complex "yeasty" and floral aromas to expand. Serve at 11°C–13°C to prevent the cold from masking the subtle oak influence. It is a world-class partner for richer fish (Salmon or Trout), Poultry in cream sauce, or a Seafood Green Curry.
Wine Details
- Grape Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc
- Country Czech Republic
- Region Palava
- Producer Plener
- Alcohol 13.0%
- Volume 750