Golden hue, cloudy, oxidized/baked pear. Great acidity. Beautiful pairing for big pastas. Drank at Carbonis in Paris. — 3 years ago
100% Malvazija — 5 years ago
Caramelized lemon, drinks like a sherry — 5 years ago
I put this up with turkey leftovers. Good cutter. — 6 years ago
Almost sparkling — 7 years ago
Well-balanced and fruity. — 6 months ago
Complex yet very harmonic orange Malvasia. Overripe apples, balsamic. Notes of thyme. Finest Slovenian craftmanship! — 5 years ago
Delightful baby orange! Excellently balanced. — 5 years ago
Delicious. — 6 years ago
Nice local white — 7 years ago
Best Malvasia we have had on our trip. Excellent with sushi and fish Istrian style — 7 years ago
Vipava 1894, Malvazija v.2021, Vipava Valley, Slovenia 🇸🇮
Overview:
A Mediterranean-influenced Malvazija (Malvasia Istriana) expressing the sunlit character of Slovenia’s western wine regions. Aromatic and vibrant, the wine balances fruit purity with herbal freshness.
Aromas & Flavors:
Tropical fruit, citrus peel, white flowers, and light herbal notes.
Mouthfeel:
Dry and medium-bodied with moderate minerality and juicy mid-palate energy. Bright acidity keeps the wine refreshing and food-friendly.
Food Pairings:
Grilled fish, seafood platters, calamari, Mediterranean salads, herb-forward dishes.
Personal Pick:
An easygoing Mediterranean white that performs beautifully at the table. The aromatic lift and clean finish make it extremely versatile with seafood.
Verdict:
A lively and expressive Malvazija offering freshness, aromatics, and excellent drinkability.
🍷 Did You Know?:
Malvazija Istriana thrives along the Adriatic coastline and is widely planted across Slovenia, Croatia, and northeastern Italy. — 2 years ago
Zesty and lively, this Croatian white pops with citrus, white peach, and almond notes. A great foil for rotisserie chicken and a warm early-summer evening. 100% Malvazija. 6/12/22. — 4 years ago
Same opinion as Ms. Frank — 6 years ago
Fairly conventional and pleasant Plum and Cherry on the nose. Gets funky on the tongue. Almost like lemon juice with those same fruit flavors. Tannic heavy in the front. Happy to drink. — 6 years ago
Crisp, fresh and delicious with a varied foods. — 7 years ago
Akshay Venkitasubramanian
My first Croatian red- very lemony and holds a good structure — 3 months ago