COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Malvazija Istarska
PRODUCER
Rp Wino
REGION
Istria
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
This Malvazija Istarska from Rp Wino hails from the Istrian peninsula in Croatia, a region renowned for this distinctive white grape. The 2022 vintage navigated a challenging climate, with a well-timed harvest capturing optimal fruit characteristics. Malvazija Istarska is celebrated for its versatility, yielding wines that can range from fresh and aromatic to complex and age-worthy, often exhibiting a unique saline minerality that speaks to its coastal origins. Rp Wino, as a producer from this region, focuses on showcasing the potential of this indigenous Istrian varietal.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Istrian Malvasia is genetically distinct from other Malvasia grapes found across the Mediterranean.
Fact 02
Wines can range from pale greenish-yellow to a deeper golden or amber hue depending on style.
Fact 03
The grape is known for a characteristic saline minerality, reminiscent of the Adriatic Sea.
Fact 04
Some producers are exploring skin-macerated 'orange' wine styles with this grape.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
This Malvazija Istarska is produced using techniques focused on preserving its fresh and aromatic profile. The grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures to maintain the varietal's delicate characteristics. Following fermentation, the wine is typically aged for a period in stainless steel, often on its fine lees, to develop complexity and texture. This approach aims to showcase the pure expression of the Malvazija Istarska grape and its Istrian origin.
