Zlahtina
White wine grape variety
Also known as Vrbnicka Zlahtina
Zlahtina is a white wine grape with signature aromas of green apple, citrus, saline note. Structure: Light body, Medium(+) acidity, Low alcohol. Often confused with Albarino and Jacquere.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for very light body with crisp citrus and coastal salinity.
- Check alcohol and extraction as restrained in an early-drinking style.
Confidence signals
- Light citrus-saline profile
- Lively acidity with low body
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Island of Krk · Vrbnik · Kvarner
- Classic styles: Light Croatian island white with high-refresh profile · Crisp saline white for early drinking and sparkling use
Common questions
Is Zlahtina a red or white grape variety?
Zlahtina is a white wine grape variety.
What does Zlahtina smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Zlahtina include green apple, citrus and saline note. Structural profile: Light body, Medium(+) acidity, Low alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Zlahtina?
Documented tells for Zlahtina: Look for very light body with crisp citrus and coastal salinity. and Check alcohol and extraction as restrained in an early-drinking style..
What is Zlahtina most often confused with in blind tasting?
Zlahtina is most commonly confused with Albarino, Jacquere and Robola. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Zlahtina grown?
Classic regions for Zlahtina include Island of Krk, Vrbnik and Kvarner.