Santa Lucia Noir
A single vineyard blend of Merlot (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (30%) and Teran (20%) aged in barrique for 18 months, this is Kozlović expression of a "Super Istrian." The colour is an opaque deep ruby red offering aromas of ripe dark and black fruits, liquorice, fine oak, a touch of dried fruits, dark chocolate and fine spices. Smoky and toasty nuances are adding to the complexity, while long and resonating finish is quite seductive. Full bodied and powerful, the wine will age for quite some time in cellar and will pair beautiful with steaks, game and matured hard cheeses.
Kozlović
Kozlović is one of the best known wineries of Istria. The family has been producing wines since 1904, and enjoys a well-earned reputation for quality. The family is also privileged to own the Santa Lucia cru, an historic hill-top site with ideal terroir and plenty of sunshine. The old vines here are used to produce their most important wines, all with the single vineyard designation, including the “Super-Istrian” Santa Lucia Noir. The hilltop Santa Lucia vineyard is probably the most famous cru in all of Istria ... a region known for its wonderful vineyard sites. The combination of soils, sunshine and gentle breezes allow the highest quality grapes to achieve peak ripeness. In the hands of a master like Gianfranco Kozlović, these grapes can be crafted into some of Croatia’s – and the world’s – most compelling wines. To wit: Kozlović’s Santa Lucia Malvazija was namds world’s best Malvasia in 2022.
Santa Lucia Noir
A single vineyard blend of Merlot (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (30%) and Teran (20%) aged in barrique for 18 months, this is Kozlović expression of a "Super Istrian." The colour is an opaque deep ruby red offering aromas of ripe dark and black fruits, liquorice, fine oak, a touch of dried fruits, dark chocolate and fine spices. Smoky and toasty nuances are adding to the complexity, while long and resonating finish is quite seductive. Full bodied and powerful, the wine will age for quite some time in cellar and will pair beautiful with steaks, game and matured hard cheeses.
Kozlović is one of the best known wineries of Istria. The family has been producing wines since 1904, and enjoys a well-earned reputation for quality. The family is also privileged to own the Santa Lucia cru, an historic hill-top site with ideal terroir and plenty of sunshine. The old vines here are used to produce their most important wines, all with the single vineyard designation, including the “Super-Istrian” Santa Lucia Noir. The hilltop Santa Lucia vineyard is probably the most famous cru in all of Istria ... a region known for its wonderful vineyard sites. The combination of soils, sunshine and gentle breezes allow the highest quality grapes to achieve peak ripeness. In the hands of a master like Gianfranco Kozlović, these grapes can be crafted into some of Croatia’s – and the world’s – most compelling wines. To wit: Kozlović’s Santa Lucia Malvazija was namds world’s best Malvasia in 2022.
