In the embrace of Lonjsko polje on the slopes Moslavina Mountains orchards and vineyards of the wine-growing region of Moslavina rise. A long tradition of viticulture and care of indigenous forgotten grape varieties, Škrleta, Moslavac and Dišeće ranine provided the lovers of the golden drop with an unforgettable experience of gastro and eno experiences in the untouched natural and traditional heritage of this area.
First mentioned more than 130 years ago, nectar from the Moslavina mountains, Škrlet and the Moslavina brand find their place on the sunny slopes of the Moslavina mountains, protected and nurtured as the most valuable treasure of Sisak-Moslavina County in its fluttering, harmonious, floral-fruity scents and aromas known only to this area. Ovnek Žuti, the old name for the ram-shaped cluster of Škrlet, has become a stylized trademark of this original variety, which is enthusiastically practiced today by large and small winemakers united in a common desire to promote and preserve this delicate and sensitive variety. of his master.
The wine is a gentle, light yellow color with shades of green, elegant body, pleasant and balanced to the palate, fresh, fine and unobtrusive, specific varietal flavors. The delicate floral scent complements the scent of citrus, apple and stone fruit and a light herbal note. Its uniqueness and quality are also evidenced by the data obtained by evaluating Moslavina wines in the middle of the 19th century in Vienna, at the initiative of Count Erdodya. Extremely rich history and long tradition of viticulture has left an indelible mark on this area, which is reflected in the quality of its wines.
'Whoever drinks goes to heaven', the people of Moslavina would say, and whoever drinks well and eats a lot, you will agree!
Moslavina is a place of rich, local traditional cuisine whose vineyards often spread the enticing smell of carp in the crevice or carp on the forks, excellent mushroom soups, white virgins and vanjus with homemade cow's cheese. They baked here too corn baslamače and here white mash with toasted cream, šufnudle and trganci with bacon are rolled, all in the spirit of the tradition of good food and drink.
The Moslavina Mountains hide the shield of Moslavina, rich in flora and fauna secrets of a 500 million year old past which certainly makes this area even more special and they recognized it in Quince the largest city in this region by organizing the event MoslaVina Kutina Wine Festival, a project of reviving and revitalizing forgotten indigenous varieties. This wine festival is dedicated to the original Croatian varieties and the original varieties of neighboring countries. There are special programs of guided wine tastings, workshops and lectures with the inevitable cooking show of pairing food and wine with concerts and other entertainment. Follow in their footsteps and Popovaca in which the Evenings of Škrlet and Moslavina cuisine are organized, and the famous event that takes us to Voloder on Voloderske jeseni where it is also possible to visit the vineyards and wine cellars of Moslavina as part of daily activities.
Photo: Sisak-Moslavina County Tourist Board