The world’s most prestigious industry publication, the UK’s Decanter, included 16 award-winning Istrian brands among the 1,000 global varieties showcased at the inaugural Decanter Fine Wine Encounter in London’s Landmark Hotel this weekend.
The world’s most acclaimed producers featured at the all-day grand tasting, with masterclasses given by the biggest names in the business. Istrian wines were also promoted thanks to a collaboration between the Istria Tourist Board and the Vinistra Association which oversees wine in the region.
According to Vinistra president, Luka Rossi: “For over 30 years, we have been promoting our indigenous grape varieties, so in London, our spotlight was on Malvazija istarska, Teran and Muškat momjanski, and their unique styles. The participation of Vinistra continues our thriving collaboration with Decanter, with whom we organised the Decanter 2024 Winners’ Showcase in Croatia for the first time this June”.
Istrian wines also strongly feature at Decanter’s annual awards, Motovun’s Benvenuti brothers recently picking up three of Croatia’s 16-strong gold-medal haul.