Grape · Red
Plavac Mali
RedWSET level 3
Main red grape of Dalmatia. Child of Tribidrag (Zinfandel). Very high alcohol. Grows on steep slopes by the sea.
- Origin
- Croatia
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Skin colour
- Very dark
- Alcohol
- 14-17%
- Ageing potential
- Good
Taste profile
Aromas
- Black cherry
- Plum
- Figs
- Herbs
- Pepper
Where does it grow?
- Dalmatia (Dingač, Postup)
- Pelješac peninsula
Key wines
- Dingač
- Postup
Food
Grilled meat, lamb, Dalmatian cuisine
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