{"product_id":"matosevic-alba-malvazija-istarska","title":"Matosevic Alba Malvazija Istarska 2025","description":"\u003ch3\u003eMatosevic Alba Malvazija Istarska 2025\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh, aromatic and wonderfully expressive, Matosevic Alba Malvazija Istarska 2025 is a benchmark example of Croatia's flagship white grape from the sun-drenched vineyards of Istria. Produced entirely from Malvazija Istarska, this elegant white wine captures the variety's vibrant fruit, floral aromatics and distinctive mineral character. Fermented in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts and aged on its fine lees, it delivers exceptional freshness alongside impressive texture and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are hand harvested from vineyards planted on limestone, marlstone and sandstone soils, before gentle pressing and fermentation in stainless steel. No oak or malolactic fermentation is used, allowing the purity of the grape and the influence of the Istrian terroir to take centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe nose opens with ripe peach, apricot, citrus zest, acacia blossom and chamomile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe palate is fresh and elegant, with juicy stone fruit, citrus, vibrant acidity and a distinctive saline minerality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe finish is clean, crisp and refreshing, with lingering floral notes and a subtle almond nuance typical of Malvazija Istarska.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully crafted Croatian white wine that balances ripe fruit with vibrant freshness and mineral precision. It pairs particularly well with seafood, grilled fish and Mediterranean cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matosevic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50988044746975,"sku":"MATOALBAMI25","price":24.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/Matosevic-Alba-Malvazija-Istarska-NV-Flatshot.jpg?v=1786098630","url":"https:\/\/secretbottleshop.co.uk\/products\/matosevic-alba-malvazija-istarska","provider":"Secret Bottle Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}