This is inland Croatia, the northern hinterland of rolling hills, valleys, and small farms to the east of Zagreb, far less touristy than the Dalmatian coast. One of those small farms is a winery owned by Tomislav Voštinić, who learned everything he now knows about winemaking from his grandfather Klasnić. It was Klasnić who saved the native Škrlet grape from extinction more or less by himself, thereby preserving a key element of Moslavia’s viticultural heritage. It was Klasnić who taught Tomislav to farm organically – which he does without certification. As Tomislav puts it, he farms this way for the vines, not for his wine labels. One of the other things he learned from his grandfather was to blend his Škrlet with Graševina (Welschriesling) to make a cheerful and fresh everyday wine. This 2023 edition smells of peach and pineapple, Cara Cara orange, lime, and basil. The palate has the appealing weight of Graševina with the bright cut and zesty acid of Škrlet. Powerful waves of orange and lemon and lime wash through, with notes of white pepper and granite minerality. True to Klasnić’s recipe, the finish is crisp and refreshing, perfect for salads, hors d'oeuvres, and light fish dishes.