Croatia Unpacked
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SPOTLIGHT ARTICLE
August 2023 - Decanter Magazine
Croatia 2023
Discover the current wine scene in Croatia through the eyes of two of Decanter's global wine experts. The article includes an up to date review of Croatia's varied wine regions, as well as a deep dive on Istria, including 15 wine recommendations.
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Available in the August edition of Decanter Magazine, as well as online, for all Decanter Premium subscribers.
Caroline Gilby, MW
Awarded author, speaker and joint Regional Chair, DWWA for North Central & Eastern Europe.
Simon J Woolf
Awarded author and Regional Chair, DWWA for Balkans & the Caucasus.
August 2023
jancisrobinson.com
Dalmatia's Heroic
Vineyards
Dalmatia has a lot more to offer than the famed sun, sea and beaches. The historic vineyards of the region are a staggering site to behold. (Website membership required.)
Caroline Gilby MW
Respected writer and wine expert on Central & Eastern European wine
July 2023
advinetures.ca
Istria Primer: the best wine region you've never heard of
Hot on the heels of their recent wine tour of beautiful Istria, discover this hidden gem of a wine region through the eyes of the award-winning AdVINEtures team.
AdVINEtures - Allison & Chris
Avid travel and wine lovers, and award winning wine bloggers
June 2023
Decanter
Istria for Wine
Lovers
Explore the history and wine roads of Istria, with its "blissful rugged coast and a lush green interior" and discover the peninsula "where Central Europe meets the Mediterranean".
Jane Foster
Travel & wine writer specialising in Croatia, Montenegro and Greece
April 2021
Circle of Wine Writers
The Circular: Meet the Friend: Tanya Schmitt, Croatia Unpacked
Amanda interviews Tanya about how her experience in the wine world, and how Grk and other hidden gems have finally reached Ontario, Canada
Amanda Barnes
Canadian / Croatian Freelance Journalist
April 2021
Wine Enthusiast
The Three White Wine Grapes in Some of Croatia’s Best Bottles
Jeff highlights three flagship varietals from across Croatia - a country recognized by wine lovers for its mouthwatering white wines.
Jeff Jenssen
Wine, food and travel writer, and a professional speaker
September 2020
wineanorak.com
Crushing on Croatia: the wines, regions and grape varieties
Janet recalls her 2019 voyage of discovery through Croatia's varied wine regions. It's a great introduction to Croatia's thriving wine renaissance.
Janet Dorozynski
Canadian Wine writer, speaker & international wine judge.
July 2019
Circle of Wine Writers
Don't forget the 'Z' - a look at Malvazija Istarska
Fresh from witnessing a remarkable performance by the Croatian white-wine grape Malvazija Istarska at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2019, Caroline Gilby MW stakes its claim as a great grape!
Caroline Gilby MW
Respected writer and wine expert on Central & Eastern European wine
March 2021
Forbes Online
Best Bucket List Experiences to plan for 2021 and 2022
Drinking Wine, Eating Truffles and Enjoying Olive Oil in Istria, Croatia, are highlighted by Katie Bell as one of the best bucket list experiences to plan for in 2021 and 2022, once travel becomes a safe & easy option again.
Katie Bell
Forbes Contributor, Wine, Travel and Food freelance writer
February 2021
The Guardian
Unfamiliar wines that make a big impression
David Williams shines the spotlight on Istria's flagship red wine, Teran. With a special call out to our partner winery, Kozlović, he highlights it's unique nature, and the fact that it's like nothing else around!
David Williams
The Guardian Wine Columnist, Wine writer, International judge
July 2020
Ottawa Life Magazine
Destination Istria
Introducing Istria - a kaleidoscope of colours and treasure trove of gourmet delights! Experience the wonders of this magical, relatively hidden peninsula through the eyes and words of our very own Tanya Schmitt.
Tanya Schmitt
Director: Croatia Unpacked and Experience Istria
June 2020
Circle of Wine Writers
Imbibing in Istria
Explore the heart shaped peninsula of Istria, and discover "some of Croatia's classiest wines", featuring the wonderful wineries of Coronica, Kozlović and Benvenuti, amongst other gourmet treasures.
Robert Smyth
Wine Writer, Central & Eastern European wine expert
August 2019
Financial Times
Croatia's Best Wines
The legendary wine writer Andrew Jefford takes a journey of discovery through "secretly fashionable Croatia". Ontario wine lovers - you have lots to look forward to in the coming weeks and months!
Andrew Jefford
Decanter Magazine, FT Magazine, award winning writer
February 2020
WSET Online
Croatian Istria: New Old World
We invite you to Unpack Istria!
Take a journey of discovery through the wonderful wine roads of Istria with WSET - the world's leading provider of wine education.
Dennis Drazan Sunjic
DipWSET, WSET Certified Educator, Wine Academy Croatia
September 2019
Decanter
A Coastal Tour: Istria and Dalmatia
Explore Croatia's Adriatic wine roads with Anthony Rose. Producers highlighted include Coronica and Kozlović (Istria) and Saints Hills and Korta Katarina (Dalmatia).
Anthony Rose
Decanter Magazine, Wine Writer & DWWA Judge
April 2019
Natalie Maclean Blog
A Game of Clones: A journey into Croatian Wine
Take a journey through Croatia's wine regions, and discover how "every glass tells a story". Wineries featured include Kutjevo, Coronica, Stina, Saints Hills & Korta Katarina.
Andrea Shapiro
Sommelier and Wine Writer from Ottawa, Canada
August 2019
Wine Enthusiast
A tour of Croatia's wine-soaked coastline
Take a top to bottom tour of Croatia's coastal wine regions with Wine Enthusiast. Producers highlighted include Kozlović (Istria) and Saints Hills and Korta Katarina (Dalmatia).
Lauren Mowery
Award-winning writer, photographer and blogger
May 2019
Air Canada En Route Magazine
La Dolce Istria: Like Tuscany without the tourists
Discover the wonderful peninsula of Istria, and meet Giorgio Clai (Clai Winery), legend of the local wine scene, colloquially known as "the godfather of Istrian wine".
Elizabeth Warkentin
Canadian Freelance Journalist and Photographer
September 2020
Dvedno.hr
Hrvatska Vina
Osvajaju Kanadu
Learn the background behind Croatia Unpacked and how through passion and hard work, Croatian Wines are slowly but surely starting to conquer Canada
Ana Bacic
Canadian / Croatian Freelance Journalist