Istria has always been the land of good wine. Recent wine awards had only confirmed that. If you are looking for must-try wines in Istria or want to learn more about the origin of our wines, just continue reading.
Istria has always been the land of good wine. Recent wine awards had only confirmed that. If you are looking for must-try wines in Istria or want to learn more about the origin of our wines, just continue reading.
Teran and Malvasia: Istrian royalty
Istrian wines are made on two types of soil: red soil and white soil. Red soil is also known as terra rossa. This type of soil is perfect for black wines with intense taste, like Teran.Teran was worshipped by the legendary Venetian lover Casanova (whose last name became a synonym for an adventurous lover) and the Roman Empress Livia (wife of the Roman emperor Augustus).
On the other hand, Malvasia is a white wine made on white soil with a light fresh taste. Malvasia is also called "the queen of Istrian wines". This title isn't a myth, considering she is the winner of most awards, like Decanter World Wine Awards. The legend says that its name derives from the Greek city of "Monemvasia". Because of its very aromatic sweetness, Malvasia was a popular traded commodity for the Venetians, who therefore had it cultivated on Crete.
Teran and Malvasia: Istrian royalty
Istrian wines are made on two types of soil: red soil and white soil. Red soil is also known as terra rossa. This type of soil is perfect for black wines with intense taste, like Teran.Teran was worshipped by the legendary Venetian lover Casanova (whose last name became a synonym for an adventurous lover) and the Roman Empress Livia (wife of the Roman emperor Augustus).
On the other hand, Malvasia is a white wine made on white soil with a light fresh taste. Malvasia is also called "the queen of Istrian wines". This title isn't a myth, considering she is the winner of most awards, like Decanter World Wine Awards. The legend says that its name derives from the Greek city of "Monemvasia". Because of its very aromatic sweetness, Malvasia was a popular traded commodity for the Venetians, who therefore had it cultivated on Crete.
Let’s talk about the Wine Oscars
Istrian wines have been winning the top of prestigious competitions for years, and are well listed at the world's largest wine competition, Decanter. We must inform you that 17.000 different wines from 56 countries compete, and Istrian wines like Cattunar and Fakin were awarded a gold medal in 2021. competition.This is just another success of our small region which, thanks to these results, is becoming recognizable on the international wine scene.
If you want to check them out or book a wine tasting, click here for Cattunar or if you want to order Fakin, wine awarded with a gold medal click here.
Let’s talk about the Wine Oscars
Istrian wines have been winning the top of prestigious competitions for years, and are well listed at the world's largest wine competition, Decanter. We must inform you that 17.000 different wines from 56 countries compete, and Istrian wines like Cattunar and Fakin were awarded a gold medal in 2021. competition.This is just another success of our small region which, thanks to these results, is becoming recognizable on the international wine scene.
If you want to check them out or book a wine tasting, click here for Cattunar or if you want to order Fakin, wine awarded with a gold medal click here.
Our top picks for you!
To finish this blog post with style, we decided to select some wines that we think you should try on your next trip to Istria:
• BENVENUTI TERAN - This wine is at the top of the list because it is a Decanter Platinum Award Winner and one of the hardest wines to make.
• BENVENUTI MALVAZIJA ANNO DOMINI - Named the best Croatian wine and IWC Gold Award Winner
• CATTUNAR TERAN BARRIQUE - One of the highest quality wines in Istria.
• KABOLA MALVAZIJA UNICA - This type of wine comes on the market only in the years when the harvest was excellent.
• KOZLOVIĆ SELEKCIJA MALVAZIJA
• VERALDA ISTRIAN - This eco wine is a Decanter Silver Award Winner
Our top picks for you!
To finish this blog post with style, we decided to select some wines that we think you should try on your next trip to Istria:
• BENVENUTI TERAN - This wine is at the top of the list because it is a Decanter Platinum Award Winner and one of the hardest wines to make.
• BENVENUTI MALVAZIJA ANNO DOMINI - Named the best Croatian wine and IWC Gold Award Winner
• CATTUNAR TERAN BARRIQUE - One of the highest quality wines in Istria.
• KABOLA MALVAZIJA UNICA - This type of wine comes on the market only in the years when the harvest was excellent.
• KOZLOVIĆ SELEKCIJA MALVAZIJA
• VERALDA ISTRIAN - This eco wine is a Decanter Silver Award Winner
