Tasting Box – Fresh Croatian Spring Wines

The story behind this selection

As soon as the first rays of sun warm up the terrace, it's time for wines that are light, crisp, and full of life. This carefully curated tasting box includes six wines that are perfect for springtime. From a festive sparkling wine to fresh white wines and two juicy reds that are delightful when served slightly chilled. The selection showcases the versatility of Croatian wine, with bottles from renowned wineries in Slavonia, Baranja and Istria.

This tasting box includes:

• Vina Belje – La Belle Grand Brut (sparkling, Baranja)
• Feravino – Classic Chardonnay (white, Slavonia)
• Medea – Istarska Malvazija (white, Istria)
• Jakovac – Cuvée Blanc (white, Slavonia)
• Feravino – Classic Frankovka (red, Slavonia, best lightly chilled)
• Medea – Cabernet Sauvignon (red, Istria, best lightly chilled)

Flavour profile

The box opens with La Belle Grand Brut from Vina Belje – an elegant, dry sparkling wine from Baranja with fine bubbles, notes of green apple, and a refreshing finish.
The three white wines each bring their own spring character: Feravino’s Classic Chardonnay is smooth and fruity, Medea Malvazija from Istria offers citrus and floral notes, and Jakovac Cuvée Blanc surprises with an aromatic blend of Pinot Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc.

The two red wines – Feravino Frankovka and Medea Cabernet Sauvignon – are light-bodied, fruit-driven, and perfect when lightly chilled. Think juicy cherries, gentle spice, and a fresh, drinkable character.

Food pairing

These wines are ideal with light spring dishes. The brut makes a festive start with oysters or a fresh salad. The white wines pair beautifully with grilled vegetables, seafood, light pastas, and even a sunny barbecue. The lightly chilled reds go well with grilled meats, a charcuterie board, a hearty couscous salad, or a relaxed evening BBQ.

Specifications

• Contents: 6 bottles (1 sparkling, 3 white, 2 red)
• Origin: Baranja, Slavonia & Istria, Croatia
• Grape varieties: Chardonnay, Malvazija Istarska, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Frankovka (Blaufränkisch), Cabernet Sauvignon
• Alcohol content: varies per wine (between 12.5% and 13.5%)
• Serving advice: 8–15 °C, serve white and red lightly chilled