Nick Brandon

9.0

Simple crimson color and rim.
Extremely rich on the nose with brambles of layered herbs and inky fruits hinting at the terroir. Astringency on the nose as well with minimal tannins.
Remarkably, this tastes how it smells; full-bodied and fresh with a medium-long finish that opens up nicely. — 3 months ago

Stuart Pollack

9.2

Flavorful and unique wine. Similar to Friulano with a larger number of flavors and surprisingly complex. Starts out with dried apricot, then molasses, and ends with mild lemon similar to a Sauvignon Blanc. Great Summer wine. Good with mozzarella and tomatoes. — 3 years ago

Dan Cort

9.3

Very black Pepper and blackberry nose. Full bodied, very delish with lamb, beef. Persisent finish, A very pleasant suprise. Excellent. Comparable to A Spanish Ribera de Duero. — 4 years ago

Andrew Formi

9.0

Buy again 2018… perfect! — a year ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.2

Zlatan Otok — Bilo Idro “Marina Cuvée Bijeli” 2023 — Dalmatia, Croatia 🇭🇷

Overview:
A coastal Croatian white blend built from indigenous Adriatic varieties including Bogdanuša, Pošip, Maraština, Prč, and Trebbiano Toscana. Crafted as a fresh, mineral-driven cuvée, this wine captures maritime salinity and sunlit vibrancy, delivering pure drinkability with unmistakable seaside character.

Aromas & Flavors:
Bright citrus, green apple, subtle tropical hints, white peach, saline minerality, and delicate herbal lift.

Mouthfeel:
Light-bodied, crisp, and ultra-refreshing with vibrant acidity and a clean, mouthwatering finish. The texture is sleek and linear, emphasizing freshness and energy rather than weight or oak influence.

Food Pairings:
Oysters, mussels, grilled shrimp, calamari, white fish, Mediterranean salads, goat cheese, light pasta with olive oil and herbs.

Personal Pick:
This is one of my ultimate casual sippers — the kind of bottle I can open without ceremony and happily pour all afternoon. It’s saline, crisp, and dangerously easy to drink. A wine that doesn’t try to impress — it just makes you smile.

Verdict:
A vibrant, coastal white delivering purity, minerality, and everyday joy. Ideal for warm weather, seafood tables, and anyone who loves clean, refreshing whites with personality.

🍷 Did You Know?:
Dalmatian island vineyards sit close to the Adriatic Sea, where intense sunlight and cooling sea breezes help preserve acidity and impart a distinctive saline character to local white blends. — 2 years ago

Amanda Igra

9.1

Green apple, yellow apple, vanilla, almond — 7 years ago

Dave Hoffman

8.9

25% Bogdanusa; 25% Marastina; 25% Prc; 25% Posip — a year ago

Louis Martin

9.0

Nice, crisp, dry white wine, pairs nicely with grilled fish. — 2 years ago

Pippa

9.0

Wow this is a really cool wine. Dry blueberries. Drink chilled. — 4 years ago

Greg Viola

9.0

Aroma of juicy, ripe pineapple. Slightest hint of bitter lemon. Complex and beautiful. Pošip is great, and this is a particularly good one. — 6 years ago