Croatia — wine

Istria Wine Region

Croatia's most celebrated wine peninsula producing indigenous Malvazija Istarska whites and Teran reds on red terra rossa soils above the Adriatic. Malvazija Istarska — distinct from Italian Malvasia varieties — produces aromatic, textured whites of genuine complexity with almond, stone fruit, and Adriatic salinity. Teran, the indigenous red grape on iron-rich terra rossa, delivers tannic, earthy reds with high acidity and iron mineral character unique to this limestone plateau.

Year Rating Notes
2023 Good Istrian vintage; fresh Malvazija and structured Teran
2022 Outstanding Adriatic year; Roxanich Malvazija achieved complex amber depth
2021 Cool maritime season; elegant, precise Malvazija and fresh Teran
2020 Warm growing season; concentrated Teran and aromatic Malvazija
2019 Benchmark Istrian vintage; international recognition at its peak
2018 Mediterranean warmth; full-bodied style across both varieties
2017 Variable; artisan producers delivered quality through careful farming