Top 100 red wines of Istra
Discover the top 100 best red wines of Istra of Istra as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the red wines that are popular of Istra and the best vintages to taste in this region.
Discovering the wine region of Istra
Adriatic peninsula shared between Croatia (90%), Slovenia and Italy. Mild Mediterranean climate, terra rossa on the coast. Malvazija Istarska signature white king (~60%, native): dry and fresh with citrus, white apple, white flowers, herbs, almond and saline mineral touch. Teran red star (Refosco family): deep robe, vivid acidity with blackberry, plum, black cherry, herbs and iron, firm tannins.
Roman then Venetian tradition.
Discover the grape variety: Merlot
Round and fleshy reds with a velvety texture, showing aromas of ripe plum, black cherry, cocoa and truffle notes with age. Supple tannins, generous alcohol, indulgent finish. Pillar of Libournais (Pomerol with Pétrus, Saint-Émilion with Cheval Blanc and Ausone) and signature of Super Tuscans, Italian Wales and Washington State. A cross of Cabernet Franc × Magdeleine Noire, France's most planted red variety.
Food and wine pairing with a red wine of Istra
red wines from the region of Istra go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or pork such as recipes of boeuf en daube, braised lamb with peppers or chicken bonne femme.
