Prokupac is a red grape variety, with its roots in Kosovo, Serbia.
The wines show medium body, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry and high alcohol.
The tasting note runs to cherry, strawberries and rose petals.
It is planted most seriously in Serbia and Kosovo.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening, vigorous vigour and a preference for cold climate.
It blends readily with Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir.
On other labels it goes by Crnka, Darchin, Kamenicarka and Majski Cornii.
At the table it suits serbian-style crumbed pork, lentil dhal and braised rabbit with carrots.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
Crnka, Darchin, Kamenicarka, Majski Cornii, Prokupka, Zarcin.
Bottles to look for.
- Aleksandar Todorovic Doodle Roze, Tri Morave, Serbia
- Despotika Zmajeviti, Sumadija, Serbia
- Doja Breg Prokupac, Toplica, Serbia
- Doja Prokupac, Toplica, Serbia
- Kostic Family Winery Barrique Prokupac, Serbia
- Matijasevic Vinogradi Cukundeda Prokupac, Central Serbia
- MV Vinarija 'Prudence' Prokupac, Serbia
- Podrum Aleksandrovic Prokupac, Oplenac, Serbia
Prokupac: common questions
01.What does Prokupac taste like?+
02.Where is Prokupac from?+
03.Where is Prokupac grown?+
04.What food pairs with Prokupac?+
05.What else is Prokupac called?+
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Serbia.