The heart-shaped Adriatic peninsula shared between Croatia and Slovenia, producing Istria's signature white wine — Malvazija Istarska — and compelling reds from Teran (Refosco) on red iron-rich soils. The combination of the Adriatic's moderating influence, red terra rossa soils, and elevated altitude produces wines of remarkable character.
| Year | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | Outstanding vintage; Malvazija of exceptional aromatic intensity and Teran showing remarkable depth. |
| 2021 | — | Elegant Istrian vintage; both white and red varieties showed good acid structure and mineral character. |
| 2020 | — | Benchmark year; Roxanich and Clai produced natural wines of extraordinary Istrian authenticity. |
| 2019 | — | Classic Adriatic conditions; terra rossa soils delivered Teran of exceptional iron intensity. |
| 2018 | — | Solid vintage; Malvazija's characteristic bitter almond and saline character particularly pronounced. |