The Pelješac Peninsula: Denis Bogoević Marušić of Križ Winery
In his interview with Grape Collective, Denis discusses the unique terroir of Pelješac, the character of Plavac Mali and Grk, and his organic, low-intervention winemaking philosophy. He believes Croatia’s future lies in its indigenous grape varieties. 👉 Read the full interview: https://www.grapecollective.com/the-peljesac-peninsula-in-croatia-denis-bogoevic-marusic-of-vinarija-kriz/
In an interview with Grape Collective, Denis Bogoević Marušić shares his unconventional journey — from being born in Split to establishing his winemaking philosophy on the Pelješac Peninsula.
He speaks about the powerful influence of Pelješac’s terroir: the sea, intense summer sun, limestone soils, and red clay that shape varieties such as Plavac Mali and Grk. His approach is rooted in organic and biodynamic principles, avoiding herbicides and heavy intervention, relying instead on native yeasts and minimal sulfur use.
Denis emphasizes the uniqueness of indigenous Croatian varieties, particularly Plavac Mali — most widely planted on Pelješac, especially in Postup and Dingač — and Grk, a genetically unique grape with only functional female flowers.
He believes the future of Croatian wine lies in its native grapes and continued dedication to quality.
👉 Read the full original interview here:
https://www.grapecollective.com/the-peljesac-peninsula-in-croatia-denis-bogoevic-marusic-of-vinarija-kriz/