Clai, Ottocento, 6x75cl

🇭🇷 Clai, Ottocento Red
Country: Croatia
Region: Istria
Grapes: Merlot & Refosco
Style: Red Wine

🌿 Wild, Earthy, and Soulfully Istrian Red Blend
Clai’s Ottocento Red is a natural, terroir-driven wine that fuses the supple charm of Merlot with the rustic edge of native Refosco. A true expression of Istria’s white soils and artisan winemaking.

🍷 In the Glass
Deep ruby with a touch of opacity—unfiltered and brimming with character.

👃 On the Nose
Aromatic and earthy, offering wild berries, dried herbs, forest floor, and spicy undertones. Hints of dried flowers and balsamic notes add to its depth.

🥂 On the Palate
Structured and intense, with chewy tannins, ripe black fruit, and savoury, mineral complexity. The extended maceration and natural fermentation give it a layered, textural quality. A wine that feels alive and grounded in its place.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled lamb, aged Istrian cheese, mushroom risotto, or rustic bean stew.

⏳ Ageing Potential
Drinking beautifully now for lovers of natural reds, or age 6–8 years for greater complexity and integration.

💫 Why You’ll Love It
Ottocento Red is not just a wine—it’s a taste of Istria. Earthy, honest, and full of soul, it invites you to experience nature, craftsmanship, and place in every sip. A must for adventurous palates.