The best wines of Istria
Discover the best wines of Istria as well as the best winemakers of Istria and estates of Istria to visit. Explore the popular grape varieties of Istria and the best vintages to taste in this region.
Top wines of Istria by region
Looking for a good wine of Istria among the top wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent wines of Istria. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be appropriate with these exceptional wines. Learn more about the region and the wines of Istria with technical and enological descriptions.
Great red wines of Istria
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Food and wine pairing with a red wine of Istria
Red wines from the region of Istria go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, game (deer, venison) or lamb such as recipes of picadillo, fillet of venison or mansaf, or jordanian lamb (jordan).
Organoleptic analysis of red wine of Istria
On the nose the red wine of the region of Istria. often reveals types of flavors of earth, tree fruit or non oak and sometimes also flavors of oak, red fruit.
The best vintages in red wine of Istria
- 2015With an average score of 4.20/5
- 2018With an average score of 3.86/5
- 0With an average score of 3.70/5
- 2017With an average score of 3.70/5
- 2016With an average score of 3.60/5
- 2019With an average score of 3.40/5
The most used grape varieties in red wine of Istria
- Merlot
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Terrano
Discovering the wine region of Istria
Croatian Adriatic peninsula with a temperate Mediterranean climate moderated by the Alps, three soil types: red (iron-rich), grey and white (limestone). Malvazija Istarska is the exclusive signature white: dry and aromatic with vibrant notes of citrus, orchard fruits, flowers, bitter almond and a saline-iodine mineral touch, crisp acidity. Teran is the indigenous signature red (cousin of Refosco): full-bodied with black fruits, herbs and a smoky touch, firm tannins. Merlot as complement.
Great white wines of Istria
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Food and wine pairing with a white wine of Istria
White wines from the region of Istria go well with generally quite well with dishes of veal, shellfish or sweet desserts such as recipes of veal cutlets with savoy tomme, scupion (small cuttlefish) in hot sauce or homemade cookies.
Organoleptic analysis of white wine of Istria
On the nose the white wine of the region of Istria. often reveals types of flavors of minerality, lemon or nutty and sometimes also flavors of oil, non oak or earth.
The best vintages in white wine of Istria
- 2017With an average score of 4.10/5
- 2018With an average score of 4.09/5
- 0With an average score of 4.04/5
- 2019With an average score of 3.94/5
- 2016With an average score of 3.90/5
- 2014With an average score of 3.80/5
The most used grape varieties in white wine of Istria
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Malvazija Istarska
- Posip Bijeli
- Pinot Grigio
- Moscato
- Feteasca Alba
Discover the grape variety: Sauvignon blanc
Very expressive, lively aromatic whites with a pale golden colour, crisp palate with fresh acidity, signature aromas of citrus (grapefruit, lime), exotic fruits (passion fruit), boxwood, blackcurrant bud and mineral notes (flint). Star of Sancerre AOC, Pouilly-Fumé AOC and Pessac-Léognan AOC, defines the great whites of the Loire and Bordeaux. French white variety from Bordeaux and the Loire, exported to New Zealand, South Africa and Chile.
Great pink wines of Istria
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Food and wine pairing with a pink wine of Istria
Pink wines from the region of Istria go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food such as recipes of thai beef skewers, chicken with merguez and tomatoes or shrimp marinade.
Organoleptic analysis of pink wine of Istria
On the nose the pink wine of the region of Istria. often reveals types of flavors of red fruit.
The best vintages in pink wine of Istria
- 2019With an average score of 4.30/5
- 0With an average score of 3.95/5
- 2018With an average score of 3.91/5
- 2015With an average score of 3.80/5
- 2017With an average score of 3.60/5
- 2016With an average score of 3.60/5
The most used grape varieties in pink wine of Istria
- Merlot
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Cabernet Franc
Discover the grape variety: Fetească regală
Lively, aromatic whites to drink young, with a pale golden robe and an airy palate, with signature aromas of citrus (lemon, grapefruit), white flowers (acacia), green apple and fresh herbal notes. Also as sparkling and sweet wines. One of the most planted varieties in Romania, producing accessible dry and medium-dry wines across all regions. Romanian white variety obtained in 1920 at Daneș (fetească albă × grasă de Cotnari).
A wine route in the region of Istria ? Visit the most beautiful wine towns and villages
- Tulcea