2003 Plenkovic Zlatan Plavac Barrique, Island of Hvar, Croatia

On Hvar, known as Europe's sunniest island, the foundations of viticulture were established as far back as the 5th century BC by the ancient Greeks. The vineyards of the Plenkovic Winery have occupied slopes that are up to a 40 to 60 percent incline on the southern coast of the island. This is a region that is far from the industrial centers of Europe, and it can be considered ecologicaly pure. The Zlatan Plavac is a premium dry red wine from the Plavac Mali variety grown on the Sv. Nedjelja locality. This is strong wine with 13-14% alcohol, total acids of 5-6 g/l, and rich in extract. Put this in the cellar for five years, or enjoy now with hearty meat-based cuisine.