The white grape variety originates from Croatia. Synonyms are Belina, Vrbnička Žlahtina, Žlahtina Bijela, Žlahtina Toljani and Žlajtina. The name is derived from the Slavic adjective "žlahten", which means "noble".

According to DNA analyses carried out in 2020, it originates from a presumably natural cross between an unknown parent variety x Vulpea. It should not be confused with the Chasselas variety (with Žlahtnina synonyms).
The late-maturing vine is susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew , downy mildew and botrytis , as well as being sensitive toearly spring frost. It produces green-yellow to straw-yellow, fresh, floral white wines with aromas of white flowers, green apples and citrus fruits and a subtle minerality.
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Markus J. Eser
Weinakademiker und Herausgeber „Der Weinkalender“