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Wine

Discover the Island's Wine Secrets with Hvar Tours

Written by Paul Bradbury on Monday, 23 January 2012. Posted in Wine, Island News, Food and Drink, Tourism

Discover the Island's Wine Secrets with Hvar Tours

There are wine tours, and there are wine tours. Introducing Hvar Tours, your one-stop solution for discovering the secrets of Hvar's fascinating wine story. 

The Plavac Mali Wines of Hvar

on Saturday, 07 January 2012. Posted in Wine, Island News

The Plavac Mali Wines of Hvar

We are delighted to have a guest blog from Miquel Hudin, author of Vinologue: Dalmatia, on the 'original Zin' and the Plavac Malis of Hvar. 

Hvar Wines for Christmas: Caric Jubo'v and Plavac Ploski

Written by Paul Bradbury on Monday, 26 December 2011. Posted in Wine, Island News, Food and Drink

A very Merry Xmas thanks to the Plavac Mali from Svirce

Hvar Wines for Christmas: Caric Jubo'v and Plavac Ploski

A Christmas Eve wine order and welcoming glass on collection: wine buying Hvar style.

Hvar Wine from a Hvar Character: Andro Tomic and Bastijana

Written by Paul Bradbury on Wednesday, 14 December 2011. Posted in Wine, Island News, Food and Drink, Jelsa

Introducing Hvar's greatest bon viveur

Hvar Wine from a Hvar Character: Andro Tomic and Bastijana

Featured in Playboy and on the inaugural voyage to Paros, Andro Tomic is no ordinary vintner. There is also nothing ordinary about his wines, which are served in restaurants as far away as Canada.  

Dubokovic Plavac Mali 2718 Hours of Sun: Here's November's!

Written by Paul Bradbury on Monday, 28 November 2011. Posted in Wine, Island News, Jelsa

Hvar's year-round sunshine contributes to a great wine

Dubokovic Plavac Mali 2718 Hours of Sun: Here's November's!
One of Hvar's most sought-after wines is Ivo Dubokovic's '2718', named after the annual hours of sunshine on the island. Here is November's sunny contribution.

The Hvar Winemakers Association

Written by Paul Bradbury on Thursday, 24 November 2011. Posted in Wine, Island News, Food and Drink

Hvar winemakers come together to promote its wines

The Hvar Winemakers Association

The promotion of Hvar's wines became a little more organised last year.  Introducing the Hvar Winemakers Association

Hvar Wines To Exhibit in Zagreb Fair

Written by Paul Bradbury on Wednesday, 23 November 2011. Posted in Wine, Island News

Hvar wines to exhibit at Zagreb wine fair

Hvar Wines To Exhibit in Zagreb Fair

Some of Hvar's leading wine producers will be exhibiting at the Zagreb International Festival of Wine and Culinary Art on November 25-26, while Caric wines will also be available at a separate event on Friday evening.

Photo Blog: 1969 Plavac Mali, Anyone?

Written by Paul Bradbury on Wednesday, 23 November 2011. Posted in Wine, Island News, Food and Drink, Villages

Hvar wine fans in the USA

Photo Blog: 1969 Plavac Mali, Anyone?

Some interesting shots from the Zlatan Otok photo album by confirmed Hvar wine fans, Vinum USA

Photo Blog: Caric Wines and Jelsa Churches

Written by Paul Bradbury on Friday, 18 November 2011. Posted in Wine, Island News, Food and Drink, Jelsa

The Caric wines of Svirce and St. John's Church in Jelsa

Photo Blog: Caric Wines and Jelsa Churches
Discover authentic Hvar by trying out the local wines at a tasting in one of its numerous pretty squares.

Introducing Hvar's Grape Varieties

Written by Paul Bradbury on Tuesday, 15 November 2011. Posted in Wine, Island News, Food and Drink, Tourism

An overview of Hvar's grapes

Introducing Hvar's Grape Varieties

If you are looking for oaky Chardonnays or heavy Cabernet Sauvignon on Hvar, you will be disappointed, but there is plenty to delight in the indigenous grape varieties, as well as the odd surprise.  Meet the ancestor of Zinfandel, for example.

A History of Wine on Hvar: 2400 Years of Tradition

Written by Paul Bradbury on Sunday, 13 November 2011. Posted in Wine, Island News, Culture, Food and Drink, Tourism, Villages, Towns

Hvar's wines are attracting international attention. A guide to the island's ancient tradition.

A History of Wine on Hvar: 2400 Years of Tradition

Wine has been produced continuously on Hvar since the Ancient Greeks arrived in 385 BC.  The quality of the island's wines is beginning to attract international attention, with Zlatan Otok (Golden Island) leading the way from its base in Sveta Nedjelja.  In the first of an in-depth series on the wines of Hvar, a look at its history with influential vintner Ivana Krstulović Carić.

More Awards for Hvar's Excellent Wines at Sabatina

Written by Paul Bradbury on Tuesday, 08 November 2011. Posted in Wine, Events, Island News, Food and Drink, Tourism

Zlatan Otok Scoops Top Prize for Red and White in Zadar

More Awards for Hvar's Excellent Wines at Sabatina

Congratulations to Zlatan Plenkovic and the team at Zlatan Otok for their awards at the 21st Sabatina Wine Festival in Zadar.