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Tonight, we sip from a grape that vanished from its homeland, only to return centuries later with a new name and global fame. A grape that whispers of Dalmatian coasts and Californian valleys.
Welcome to Crljenak Kaštelanski—Croatia’s ancient red, reborn as Zinfandel.

🍇 Grape Profile
Origin: Indigenous to Dalmatia, Croatia, cultivated since the 15th century.
Identity: Genetic studies in the 1990s confirmed it as the original ancestor of Zinfandel (California) and Primitivo (Italy).
Color: Deep ruby.
Aromas: Blackberry, raspberry, black cherry, with spice and earthy undertones.
Palate: Medium to full-bodied, lively acidity, firm tannins, rustic charm.
Style: Versatile—produced as bold reds, blends, and modern single-varietal wines.

🌍 Terroir & Cultivation
Crljenak thrives along the Dalmatian coast, especially near Split and Kaštela:
Limestone soils – Add minerality and structure.
Mediterranean climate – Hot summers, sea breezes, shaping ripe, concentrated fruit.
Revival efforts – Once nearly extinct, now replanted thanks to DNA research linking it to Zinfandel.

🍷 Notable Producers
Bedalov Winery (Kaštela) – Champion of Crljenak revival.
Miloš Winery (Pelješac) – Bold, traditional reds.
Stina Winery (Brač Island) – Modern, terroir-driven expressions.
Korta Katarina (Dalmatia) – Premium blends featuring Crljenak.
Duboković (Hvar Island) – Boutique, artisanal wines.

🌸 Pairing & Culture
Crljenak pairs beautifully with Dalmatian lamb, grilled meats, hearty stews, and aged cheeses. It is Croatia’s wine of heritage and rediscovery, poured with pride as the grape that gave birth to Zinfandel.

🌟 Why Crljenak Kaštelanski?
Because it is a wine of roots and return. Crljenak is not just a grape—it is a bridge between continents, a story of migration and revival. Bold, rustic, and unforgettable, it embodies Croatia’s resilience and global legacy.
So pour a glass of Crljenak. Let it glow. Let it grow. Because when you sip with Vivienne, you don’t just taste wine. You taste the story.
Santé.

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