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Saints Hills 2009 Dinga Plavac Mali (Peljesac)

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Price $65

There’s so much nuance and complexity in this rustic yet fascinating Croatian wine, that it takes a while to break down its components. Initial scents of dried leaves and mulch blow off to reveal an array of delicate floral and fruit aromas, accented by rich chocolate and vanilla notes. Big in both alcohol and structure, its massively tannic, but smoothes out with… — A.I. (5/1/2012)

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Saints Hills 2009 Nevina White (Istria)

Price $35

Rich with butter, cream and caramel popcorn, this Croatian blend of Malvasia and Chardonnay with a hefty dose of new French oak is luscious both on the nose and palate. Savory in style with hints of salted butter, it’s an interesting example of Croatian wine made in a decidedly international style. — A.I. (5/1/2011)

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Saints Hills 2008 Dingač Plavac Mali (Middle and South Dalmatia)

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There’s a distinct grassy note of hay and alfalfa on the nose of this Croatian red wine. On the palate, there are pleasant notes of ripe red fruit and chocolate, but coarse grape tannins and a bold 15.5% alcohol content contribute to a rather harsh, disjointed mouthfeel. — A.I. (5/1/2011)

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Dinga Dingač Nevina

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Plavac Mali White Blend

2010 Center of Effort

A big, strong Pinot with pure, focused flavors of raspberry cream…

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