Zlatan Otok Plavac Mali Exclusive 2018

Crafted by the renowned Zlatan Otok winery on the sunny island of Hvar in Dalmatia, Croatia, 'Plavac Mali' Exclusive represents a flagship expression of the country's most celebrated indigenous red grape variety. Sourced from steeply terraced, south-facing coastal vineyards where vines absorb direct sun, sea reflection, and heat from the stone soils ("triple sun"), the low-yielding vines produce fruit of intense concentration. Aged for over 18 months in a combination of French and Croatian oak barrels, this cuvée captures the power, warmth, and coastal character of Dalmatian winemaking.

Food Pairing: Braised beef pašticada, roasted lamb shank, wild game stews, grilled ribeye steak, and aged sharp cheeses like Paški sir.