Croatia Red Wine

Discover the Red Wines from Croatia, a gourmet hotspot. Terroir-driven native varieties, such as Teran, Malvasia, and Posip, are ideally suited to pairing with food. Istria, where the Kozlovic vineyards are located, is located North of the Adriatic Sea, bordering Croatia, Slovenia, and Italy. The area is a real hotspot for gourmets, taking influence from each of its surrounding countries. Kozlović The Kozlović family has been making wine in the Istrian region of Croatia since 1904. The region borders Friuli, and the wines, food, and people have a real connection with their Italian neighbours. The winery is run by Gianfranco and Antonella Kozlović, and they currently cultivate 25 hectares of vineyard. Gianfranco is a perfectionist, constantly striving to improve his wine. He takes a modern approach to winemaking and produces seriously good wines. Jako Vino The beautiful Croatian island of Brač is famous for its white stone, known locally as Stina and was the inspiration behind this stunning collection of Jako Vino wines. The Stina project was founded in 2009 when Jako Andabak invested in a cellar along the waterfront in Bol. After much renovation, he designed a contemporary cellar perfect for production and tastings. Simultaneous investment was made in the vineyards planted with local varieties such as Pošip and Vugava. Although grape vines have been cultivated on the island for centuries - the vineyard at Stipančić dates back to the 15th century, most needed replanting or restoring to return them to their former glory. Winemaker Rikard Petric showcases these glorious indigenous varieties in a collection of fruit-focused wines full of Croatian charm.