Tucked in an elbow of the Adriatic between Istria and the Croatian mainland is the windswept island of Krk, where the indigenous Zlahtina grape produces light, refreshing white wines that are in high demand when summer travelers arrive on the Croatian coastline each year. On the red soil of the inland plain near the medieval town of Vrbnik, Anton Katunar and his son produce perhaps the most highly regarded examples of Zlahtina, in addition to Syrah-based reds.

Made from the finest grapes, this wine shows its pedigree in its citrus and almond aromas with floral and creamy notes. High acidity yields to intense grapefruit and almond flavors spiced with lemon pith that show nice complexity and varietal character with a touch of Old World sensibility.

Variety: Zlahtina

Region: Island of Krk