From: Dalmatia, Croatia
Varietal: Plavina
Taste: The wine's nose is inviting, offering a fragrant bouquet of fresh strawberries, raspberries, and hints of pomegranate, complemented by subtle floral notes and a touch of sea breeze. On the palate, the wine exhibits a lively effervescence that enhances its refreshing quality. The flavors of ripe red berries, pink grapefruit, and juicy watermelon intermingle with a subtle minerality and a hint of fresh-cut herbs. The acidity is well-balanced, providing a crisp, invigorating finish that leaves you yearning for another sip.
Pairing: This Plavina Pet-Nat Rosé is a versatile wine that pairs well with a variety of dishes. Its refreshing acidity and fruity flavors make it a great accompaniment to light appetizers, salads, and seafood dishes. Try pairing it with goat cheese and arugula salad, shrimp ceviche, or a Mediterranean mezze platter.
Vegetarian dishes that pair well with this Plavina Pet-Nat Rosé include a roasted beet and goat cheese salad with walnuts and a balsamic reduction, a Mediterranean-inspired orzo pasta salad with sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts, or a grilled vegetable skewer with zucchini, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and halloumi cheese (or, check out the recipe below!). For a heartier option, consider serving the wine alongside a vegetable-based risotto, such as asparagus and lemon risotto or a mushroom and truffle oil risotto.
Corn Salad With Mango and HalloumiBy Hetty McKinnon
About. Croatia, a country with a rich wine history and an abundance of unique grape varieties, offers wine enthusiasts the opportunity to experience a taste of the Mediterranean through its diverse terroirs and flavors. One winery capturing the essence of the Dalmatian coast is Pomalo Wine Co., whose NV Plavina Pet-Nat Rosé perfectly embodies the "pomalo" lifestyle. In this article, we'll explore the wine's characteristics, the story behind Pomalo Wine Co., and why you should give this Plavina Pet-Nat Rosé a try.
The Pomalo Philosophy
The word "pomalo" isn't found in any Croatian dictionary, but its meaning is deeply rooted in the coastal and island lifestyle of the Dalmatians. It signifies relaxation, taking it easy, slowing down, and letting go of stress and worry. The Pomalo Wine Co. was established with the goal of capturing this easy-going lifestyle in liquid form, partnering with the Begović cousins, two exceptional winemakers from Slovenia and Croatia, to produce some of the finest natural Croatian wines for the US market.
The Plavina Grape
Plavina, a dark-skinned red grape variety indigenous to Primorska Hrvatska in Croatia, is often overshadowed by its more robust peers, Plavac Mali and Babić. However, Plavina is a versatile varietal, producing full-bodied wines with abundant tannins and dark, brambly fruit flavors. While varietal Plavina wines are rare, they can offer a delightful expression of Dalmatian terroir while maintaining freshness and elegance.
Pomalo Wine Co. NV Plavina Pet-Nat Rosé
Made for the first time in 2021, this dry sparkling rosé is crafted using 100% Plavina grapes from the Dalmatian region of Croatia. The wine is produced with minimal intervention in the cellar, with hand-harvested grapes undergoing spontaneous fermentation and bottling before fermentation is complete. The result is a fun, refreshing wine with juicy pink and red fruit flavors, capturing the essence of the pomalo lifestyle on the Dalmatian coast.
