Dvanajščak Kozol (DK) Pušipel Classic 2022

Croatia’s answer to Hungary’s flagship variety

Dvanajščak-Kozol – also known as simply DK – is has been making wine since the 1990s, with their vineyards founded in 1990 and the winery in 1996.

Viktor Dvanajščak and his father Zdravko work together in the cellar, while his mother Rajka Dvanajščak manages the Wine House and daughter Tea hosts guests in the tasting room and oversees wine sales. Located in the cooler-climate Međimurje hills of the Croatian Uplands, DK focuses on whites like Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pušipel (Furmint), Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Traminer (Gewürztraminer), as well as Pinot Noir.

Dvanajščak Kozol Pušipel Classic 2022, Međimurje, Croatia
Croatia’s answer to Hungary’s flagship variety
DK’s location in the Croatian Uplands not far from the Hungarian border means its continental climate is suitable for growing and making Pušipel, known as Furmint in Hungary. This vibrant, lighter-bodied rendition has plentiful acidity that reveals itself through lively flavors like lemon, lime, and green apple – and its lower alcohol makes it suitable for sipping solo or with a variety of lighter foods like grilled seafood, chicken, and salads.

Awards: 2019 Decanter World Wine Awards, 91 points – Silver (2018 vintage)

Tasted and purchased at Bornstein Wine Bar and Shop – Zagreb, Croatia. Price at time of publication was €12, a wonderful value.
UK Importer – Danube Wines.