According to science, there are four types of wine drinkers in the world: sweet, tolerant, sensitive, and hypersensitive. You put yourself in the latter category by coming here and looking to find the finest wine for your palate. You prefer clean, smooth, and delicate wines that warm the cockles of your heart, right?

Such wines are sometimes challenging to unearth, especially if hidden in the hills and plains of a small country such as Croatia. Unfortunately, only a few are familiar with high-quality Croatian wines. To make the hunt for that perfect bottle a bit easier for you – we have rounded up three top-grade wines from continental Croatia.

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‍Hard to pronounce Škrlet Wine from the Voštinić Klasnić Winery

Since the grapes tend to get reddish dots on the side facing the sun, it is no wonder that the name sounds like the English word “scarlet,” with a shh sound in the beginning. Škrlet is an old and fruity white wine variety indigenous to Moslavina, a peaceful microregion in central Croatia, where the Voštinić Klasnić Winery planted the first wines of Škrlet in 1936.

Once produced, Škrlet is of clear, light-yellow color with a low percentage of alcohol, between 11.5 and 13 percent. Its fresh aromas evoke the blended taste of apples, peaches, and pineapples, making you quaff the glass quite easily. Škrlet pairs well with light meat, white fish, sushi, and fruity desserts.

The Voštinić Klasnić Winery, situated on the Moslavina Wine Road, also produces red and sparkling wine. But it is top-quality Škrlet wine; Unikat is a certified yum and one of the best Croatian premium wines.

Dvanajščak Kozol Winery’s Fruitfully Awarded Pušipel Wine

Also known as Šipon, Furmint, and Mosler. The fifth name for this wine is Moslavac, which could once again lead you to Moslavina, but the area where it is grown is Međimurje, the northernmost Croatian region.

Serving as a flagship grape of the region, Pušipel is mainly used to produce dry white wines that are fresh, light-yellow, and fruity with citrus notes. It is best paired with medium and strongly seasoned dishes, such as roasted chicken with potatoes and meatloaf with cottage cheese.

The Dvanajščak Kozol Winery, located on the Međimurje Wine Road, has recognized the potential of this neglected grape variety and made a strategic move that resulted in top-shelf, internationally renowned wines. As a result, their Pušipel Classic and Pušipel Prestige have been amassing the world’s most influential Decanter Wine Awards for several years.

Oh, and Wine Enthusiast, the world’s leading source of wine products, has ranked Pušipel Prestige as one of the best wines of continental Croatia. And while there is a saying that good wine needs no bush – or instead awards – Pušipel has deserved every single one.

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Kutjevo Winery’s Graševina Making Headway to Becoming Your Next Choice of Enjoyment

Graševina or Welschriesling is the most prominent grape varietal that can be found practically everywhere, but continental Croatia bears the finest of fruit. The Slavonia and Danube wine regions have shown exceptional character, with more than enough sun to grow the most delicious Graševina grapes.

The yellow-greenish wine is known for being fruity, floral, and fresh with a mildly bitter finish. It opens gradually and slowly and demands patience to experience its harmonious fullness. Due to its versatility and adaptability, Graševina vino is undemanding when pairing it with food, though it is best to serve it with roast veal, white fish, or a cake.

As the most awarded winery in the region, the Kutjevo Winery has become the leader in bottling superb Graševina. Knowledgeable and dedicated winemakers have been producing continental wine uninterruptedly since the 13th century – and it shows in their exquisite selection of Graševina.

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Now, lay down your thoughts and let them breathe like you would with a bottle of wine. Imagine traveling through captivating continental Croatia, following lusciously green wine roads and vineyards, and tasting flavors that perfectly match your hypersensitive vinotype. It’s the days of wine and roses...

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