Dona (Lagradi) 2021 [Lagradi Dona] (Croatia / White wine / Dry, mineral)

■ Appearance: Brilliant, vibrant pale green.

■ Aroma: An enticing and aromatic bouquet featuring bright citrus, ripe stone fruit, and delicate floral notes from the Riesling and Manzoni.

■ Palate: Medium-rich yet bone-dry, with a pleasantly refreshing freshness. On the palate, juicy melon, peach, and ripe citrus flavors unfold, leading to a tantalizingly deep minerality and a superb, structured finish.

High-Altitude Terroir and a Masterful Blend
Hand-harvested in high-altitude vineyards in Topolovets, this wine beautifully expresses the exceptional terroir of the Prešivica region. By skillfully blending 30% Pinot Blanc, 30% Grüner Veltliner, 30% Manzoni Bianco, and 10% Grüner Veltliner, the winemaker has captured the pure essence of the loess and sandstone soils, creating a white wine that is both deeply complex and incredibly refreshing. Renowned for meticulous vineyard management and low-intervention winemaking, this producer consistently creates terroir-driven wines with excellent aging potential.

Recommended pairings:

• ■ Seafood risotto: The wine's vibrant acidity beautifully complements the creamy texture of the risotto, while its minerality enhances the fresh flavors of the sea.
• ■ Oil-based pasta (aglio e olio or vongole): The refreshing citrus aromas and crisp finish provide the perfect palate cleanser for rich garlic and olive oil.
• ■ Grilled white fish or squid: The blend's savory, mineral-forward structure perfectly complements the delicate, smoky flavors of grilled seafood.

Serving temperature: 10°C–12°C (serve at this temperature to bring out its full richness)

Topolovets Vineyards (250m Altitude)
Located at an altitude of 250 meters, the Topolovets vineyards benefit from refreshing breezes and boast unique soils composed of loess and carbonate sandstone. This distinctive soil composition, combined with the cool altitude, is the secret behind the wine's pronounced acidity (7.6 g/L) and its intense, long-lasting minerality, which define its character.