Grape Variety
Škrlet
“The Croatian Indigenous Rarity”
White grape
Škrlet is a white wine grape grown in Moslavina, Continental Croatia — known as “the Croatian Indigenous Rarity”.
Škrlet at a glance
| Color | White |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Skrlet |
| Signature flavors | Citrus, Green Apple, Mineral, Fresh, Light, Herbs, Floral |
| Classic pairings | Light fish, Salads, Fresh cheeses, Light Croatian dishes |
| Where it grows | Moslavina, Continental Croatia |
The Story
Škrlet is genuinely indigenous to Croatia—found nowhere else. It grows mainly in Moslavina, making fresh, light whites. A handful of producers are working to preserve and promote this rare variety.
Insider Story
Škrlet is a conservation project grape.
Only a few producers bother with it.
The wines are light, fresh, easy.
Technical Deep Dive
Light-bodied white.
Citrus, green apple, fresh.
Best drunk young.
Industry Secrets
Škrlet is for Croatian wine completists.
It's rare enough that finding a bottle is an achievement.
Collector’s Corner
Investment grade C-- Auction records
- No auction market
- Blue-chip producers
- ["Various Moslavina producers"]
- Value picks
- Any Škrlet you find ($12-20)
- Price trend
- Stable. Rare.
- Collector’s tip
- Buy for curiosity. Support preservation.
Updated March 2026
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