Coronica CO Due Extra Brut

Coronica Co Due (CO Due) – Traditional Method Sparkling Malvazija from Istria, Croatia
Discover one of Croatia’s most distinctive traditional-method sparkling wines. Coronica Co Due is a pure Malvazija Istarska (Malvasia Istriana) sparkling wine from the Istrian Peninsula, crafted using the classic method and aged for 36 months on the lees. This dry, high-quality Croatian sparkling wine offers a refined alternative to more familiar fizz — elegant, saline, and full of character.
 
Tasting Notes Medium straw in colour with a tight, taut nose that leans floral and herbal rather than overtly fruity. Subtle, tonic and appealing, it invites exploration. On the palate, the wine shines with remarkable sapidity and salinity — a true mineral saltiness that keeps you coming back for another sip. Crunchy, dry and beautifully precise, this is a sparkling wine well outside the classic Champagne circuit, yet absolutely worth seeking out.
 
John Szabo, MS – 93 points | 5-star value rating Tasted November 2024
Vinification 100% Malvazija Istarska. Secondary fermentation in bottle (traditional / classic method) with 36 months ageing on the lees.
 
Serving Recommendation Serve at 8–12°C, adjusting slightly according to the food it accompanies.
Pairing Recommendation Ideal as an aperitif. Excellent with light appetizers, fish carpaccio, crab, shellfish, and fine white meats.
 
Awards & Reviews: Pending (beyond the outstanding 93-point review from Master Sommelier John Szabo).
 
Whether you’re looking for a distinctive Croatian sparkling wine, a traditional-method Malvazija, or a mineral-driven dry fizz with real personality, Coronica Co Due delivers elegance and authenticity from the red soils of Istria.