Malvazija Istarska
skin-contact capable · vinifera
- Origin
- Istria
- Where it grows
- Croatia
- Typical winemaking
- steel for fresh wines; skin maceration for amber ones
The story
Malvazija Istarska is the white grape of Istria, shared by Croatia, Slovenia and Italy. In Slovenia it is Istrska malvazija; it is also known as Malvasia Istriana. It is one of Croatia's signature grapes, and flysch, layered and water-retentive, is its classic ground.
It is made two ways. Fresh, it is light and floral: acacia, pear, a hint of almond and a slightly bitter finish. Macerated on its skins, it turns golden and textured, with dried fruit and herbs.
Sensory profile
Where it grows
Food pairing
In the Amber Road portfolio
None of our wines is made from Malvazija Istarska yet. See the shelf.