Vranac
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Vranac
Vranac loosely translated means strong, black horse. This grape is indigenous to Montenegro; it is also grown in the Republic of Macedonia and Serbia. In many parts of the world it is referred to as “Black Wine” due to its color and flavors. It’s a large, dark skinned grape that grows with vigor on its vines. When these wines are young they have an extracted aroma of red berries and jammy fruit with a firm tannic finish. As they age this aroma becomes more expansive and include black fruits, cinnamon, and even licorice. With age these the tannins also soften and provide a rounder, smother finish. A typical food pairing for these wines would be venison and roasted meats.
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Vranac is an ancient red grape varietal found almost exclusively in the newest European country, the small republic of Montenegro. With only 650,000 inhabitants it has just become independent in 2006. Montenegro is located at the Adriatic sea on the southern tip of Croatia. While not much is known about its heritage it is widely assumed that Vranac is a relative of the Dalmatian Plavac Mali which in turn again is the ancestor of the Californian Zinfandel. With both cousins the Vranac shares its dark ruby color and a fairly full body. Vranac tends to be strong and savory, sometimes pretty rustic. The Pro Corde by the Plantaze Winery is a reserve quality example of an extremely well-made Vranac produced with selected grape material of this sizable estate. This crowd pleaser sports a deep, almost purple color and a rich fruit extract. Black berries and supple cherry tones dominate the aromas, bursting into a pleasurable harmonious experience on the palate. Great with BBQ, sausages, and of course a nice cut of steak.
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