Upcoming Event
Semele Selects Presents
Experience an exclusive tasting and educational journey into the world of Slovenian orange wines—wines you won’t find anywhere else in the United States. Semele Selects, known for curating wines with unique stories and artisanal quality, invites you to explore the historic Vipava Valley and the art of crafting Rebula wine in an intimate, educational setting.
Kin Lounge in Downtown Gainesville
Katia Ceolin from Svetlik Winery in Slovenia
Our guest, Katia Ceolin from Svetlik Winery in Vipavska Dolina, Slovenia, will guide you through the history and nuances of Rebula, a centuries-old grape macerated with care and tradition. This one-of-a-kind tasting includes the 2023 and 2020 vintages, offering a rare opportunity to sample wines unavailable anywhere else in America. Learn about the traditional methods that bring these orange wines their floral, stone-fruit aromas, distinct umami, and regional salinity.
Spotlight On Svetlik
Join Us on Wednesday
Get a sneak peek at Kin's new Lounge
This wine education event includes:
- Two exclusive pours of Svetlik’s Rebula (2023 and 2020 vintages)
- A deep dive into the history and winemaking techniques of Slovenian Rebula
- Guided insights into tasting profiles and pairing options, and traditional winemaking techniques
- An opportunity to reserve a bottles of Svetlik Rebula 2023 and future subscriptions to Semele Selects events and club.
Event Details:
- Date: NEXT Wednesday, November 6, 2024
- Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
- Location: Kin Lounge. 13 West University Avenue (exclusive sneak peek before its opening to the public)
- Tickets: $30, with option to purchase tasting journal and wine
Don’t miss this rare chance to sample exclusive wines and preview the experiences Semele Selects will bring to wine lovers starting in January. Members will enjoy curated tastings, educational workshops, and access to unique bottles celebrating wine artistry from around the world.
Get a sneak peek at Kin's new lounge
Rebula's Rejuvenation
A storied grape with a long history
Come along with us as we do a deep dive into the history of the region, of this unique endemic grape variety and of wine making itself.