Graševina
Croatia's White Workhorse
Graševina is grown in Slavonia, Kutjevo and Croatia.
5regions it is known for
3other names
- Tastes of
- green apple, citrus, white flowers and mineral
- Goes with
- freshwater fish, light meats and salads
- Also called
- Welschriesling, Laški Rizling, Olaszrizling
The story
Graševina (Welschriesling elsewhere) is Croatia's most planted grape—especially in Slavonia. The continental climate produces fresh, appley whites perfect for everyday drinking. It's the wine of Zagreb's cafes.
Insider story
Graševina is to Croatia what Grüner Veltliner is to Austria.
The best come from Kutjevo in Slavonia.
Premium versions can age.
Technical deep dive
Light to medium-bodied white.
Green apple, citrus, fresh.
Mostly drink young; best can age.
Industry secrets
Premium Graševina from Kutjevo surprises everyone.
The region produces serious, age-worthy versions.
For collectors
Investment grade C
- Auction records
- No auction market
- Blue-chip producers
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- Krauthaker
- Enjingi
- Kutjevo d.d.
- Value picks
- Slavonia Graševina ($10-20)
- Price trend
- Stable.
- Collector’s tip
- Premium Kutjevo versions can age 10+ years.