Plavac Bura, Fresh, Croatia, 750mL Prickly Pear with a pretty core of

with a pretty core of fruit that’s framed by bright acids and complemented by a pillowy mousse

Their select parcels of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir make up the cuvee of this stellar offering

5 years to 4 years old

The grapes are 90% de-stemmed and 10% whole-cluster

The result is understandably much sort after and truly exceptional

Plavac Bura, Fresh, Croatia, 750mL Prickly Pear with a pretty core ofPlavac Mali is the main grape of the region, and is loosely related to Zinfandel. These are cooler climate, hillside vines, with a distinct coastal influence, so rather than jammy, you get fruit that is at once both deep and dark, and bright and lifted. An intriguing combo of vibrant, tart boysenberry, pomegranate, slate and yogurt, with some sweet tannins on the finish.