Malvazija Selekcija

Vintage 2017
by Kozlović Winery
Varietal Malvasia Istriana
Color white
Region Croatia Coast Istra
Country Croatia
Medal Score
4.0
2 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
white peachacacia blossomcandied lemon zestalmondfennel frond
Palate

Medium-bodied with bright, refreshing acidity, a silky, slightly waxy texture, and flavors of ripe stone fruit, citrus pith, and a subtle saline minerality characteristic of the Istrian coast.

Finish

Medium-long finish with lingering notes of bitter almond, dried herbs, and a clean, chalky mineral quality.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled Adriatic sea bass with olive oil and capers
  • • truffle-laced Istrian pasta (fuži s tartufima)
  • • grilled scampi with garlic and parsley
  • • soft-ripened goat cheese with honey
  • • prosciutto e melone
Serving Temp
10-12°C
Drink Window
Now through 2025

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Silver International Wine Challenge 2020
Silver Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2020

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