Wine is pleasurable, but it "goes to the head." Oliver sings about a love that provides a sense of euphoria while simultaneously making the world around him disappear.
The song works because it balances . It uses a common, earthy element (wine) to describe a complex, divine emotion (transcendent love). It reminds the listener that the best loves are those that get better with every passing year, even if they make us a little unsteady on our feet. Oliver Dragojević ~ Ljubav je tvoja kao vino
In Dalmatian culture, wine is rarely "new"; it is something that matures. The song suggests a love that has been aged, gaining complexity and strength over time, rather than fading. Lyrical Symbolism Wine is pleasurable, but it "goes to the head