"Plavac Mali is a cross between Crljenak Kaštelanski (ancestor of Zinfandel) and Dobričić. The name Plavac Mali translates "small blue grapes" with plavo meaning blue and mali meaning small. It is the most widely planted varietal along the coastline of Croatia. Dark ruby in color, earthen and cherry notes on the nose. Deep red fruit and black peppercorn on the palate. Moderate tannins." —winemaker