Zlatan Bilo Idro

Zlatan Plenković, Croatia's initiator of modern wine making, a humble fisherman from the small village of Sveta Nedjelja, Hvar Island, founded the small family business and filled his first bottle of wine in 1986. The winery became Croatia's second private winery in 1991 and today Zlatan Otok winery is one of the largest private wineries in Croatia. His legacy is now continued by his sons Marin and Nikola, and winemaker Davor.
 
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About the Winemaker

Zlatan Bilo Idro

Zlatan Plenković, the trailblazer of contemporary winemaking in Croatia, began his journey as a modest fisherman in the quaint village of Sveta Nedjelja on Hvar island. In 1986, he laid the cornerstone of a small family enterprise, filling his inaugural wine bottle. By 1991, the winery had burgeoned into Croatia's second private winery, and today, Zlatan Otok Winery stands as one of the nation's largest private wine producers. His sons Marin and Nikola, along with winemaker Davor, now carry forward his esteemed legacy.

Zlatan Bilo Idro Winemaker

The Region

Hvar, Croatia

Natural wine production in Hvar captures the essence of the island's rugged beauty and rich viticultural heritage. Situated in the sun-drenched Adriatic, Hvar's winemakers adhere to traditional, sustainable practices, cultivating indigenous grape varieties with minimal intervention. The resulting wines boast a distinct terroir, reflecting the island's unique microclimate and limestone-rich soils. Expect vibrant, expressive flavors, from crisp citrus notes in the whites to bold berry undertones in the reds, all underscored by a lively acidity and a subtle earthiness. Embracing the philosophy of "nothing added, nothing taken away," Hvar's natural wines offer a pure expression of the land and the skilled hands that tend to it, inviting enthusiasts on a sensory journey that celebrates authenticity and craftsmanship.

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