REGION: Coastal/Croatia VARIETALS: Cabernet Sauvignon, Gamay, Borgonja Crna, Refošk, Refosco NOTES: Wonderfully rustic, lean, bright, yet juicy and spicy! In the glass, you feel that special "terra rossa" (red clay) soil of Istria, which is bursting with minerals and iron. It is unfiltered so you will see some cloudiness accompanied by some of that lovable barnyard, natural wine "elegance." However, the juiciness that you get from its lively character universally wins over all sorts of palates. A completely unpretentious wine that is suppose to make people smile and be happy FOOD PAIRING: Veal Cheeks A’la Pašticada