COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Tribidrag
PRODUCER
Testament Winery
REGION
Dalmatia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Testament Winery is located in the Northern Dalmatia region of Croatia, near the historic town of Šibenik. The estate's vineyards are planted on limestone-rich hills that slope down towards the Adriatic Sea, benefiting from constant sea breezes and intense Mediterranean sun. Testament is dedicated to organic farming and the revival of indigenous Croatian grape varieties. Tribidrag, also known historically as Crljenak Kaštelanski, is the ancient Croatian name for the grape variety globally famous as Zinfandel or Primitivo. This wine represents a return to the variety's ancestral home, showcasing the unique terroir of Dalmatia.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€28
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Tribidrag is the original Croatian name for Zinfandel, which was genetically linked back to Dalmatia in 2001.
Fact 02
Testament Winery is certified organic, utilizing the unique microclimate of Šibenik to grow grapes without synthetic chemicals.
Fact 03
The name Tribidrag comes from medieval Croatian documents dating back to the 15th century, meaning 'early-ripening'.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are organically grown and hand-harvested at optimal ripeness. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks using selected yeasts to preserve the vibrant primary fruit characteristics. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes maceration to extract color and structured tannins. It is then aged for approximately 12 months in a combination of French and Swedish oak barrels, adding complexity and rounding out the tannins before bottling.
