Description
The grapes for Draga Riserva come from the area of Vučja Draga (400-450 m above sea level) which is characterized by a large proportion of stone in the soil (limestone) and double insolation (direct plus reflected from the stone). The wine is a blend of five varieties that come from the same vineyard: kujundžuša, pošip, žilavka, chardonnay and sauvignon blanc. The wine matured on yeast (sur lie) in barrique barrels made of Slavonian and American oak (100% new).
Color: Intense golden yellow color with straw yellow reflect
Scent: Citrus fruits wraped in aroma of vanilla with further aromas of nuts, fermented fruits, honey and toast bread, floral and buttery. Very complex and evolved aromatic profile.
Palate: Taste is rich and powerfull with distinguished strength of the body in harmony with alcohol level followed by rich and complex aftertaste with notes of hazelnuts, vanilla and butter.
Winegrowing region: Imotski
Varieties: kujundžuša, pošip, žilavka, chardonnay i sauvignon blanc
Aging: 12 months barrique on the lees
Food pairing: White fish, tuna steak, seafood, white meat, cheese, pasta.
