Istria

Two local grapes provide a useful starting structure: Malvazija Istarska for whites and Teran for reds. Muscat wines add another established tradition. The geographical peninsula extends beyond Croatia, so the country and precise origin remain important when comparing similarly named wines from neighbouring areas.

Explore both a fresh Malvazija and a matured interpretation to appreciate the range of white-wine textures. Teran supplies a distinctive red alternative. The grape name provides a foundation, while producer choices about skins, oak and maturation determine much of the finished style.