The store’s bright colors are corralled by the three walls covered nearly floor to ceiling in the dark glass of wine bottles. Vinoteka Vintesa harbors its collection of exclusively Croatian labels in a sunny shop tucked away in an alley where it shares its address with a local pizzeria and small hostel. Zagreb vintners Vinoteka Vintesa, Bornstein Wine Bar and Shop and Stari Fijaker restaurant provide a capital entry point to the world of Croatian wine.
The trick is having the opportunity to be introduced, after which Zagreb’s restaurants, bars, shops and locals themselves will take care of the rest. Benmosche’s story epitomizes the allure of Croatia’s wine to those who are introduced to it. Benmosche was also intrigued by the 2001 discovery of Zinfandel’s ancestor grape, Crljenak, being native to Croatia, so in 2006 he imported 1,500 Zinfandel from Napa Valley to grow the fruit in Dalmatia. Robert Benmosche, President and Chief Executive of American International Group, visited Croatia and fell in love with both the Adriatic Sea and the wine produced on its coasts. She points at the label of a Dingač reading “Bura” and says, “This is the wine that inspired Benmosche,” before she launches into an explanation. Also everybody can attend wine tasting dinners which are often presented by special quests winemakers and Chefs who advise on food and wine paring.īornstein is collaborate with many tourists agencies to create a memorable wine experience for their client during their stay in Zagreb.Zina Samek, owner of Vinoteka Vintesa, in Zagreb, Croatia smiles as a bottle near the edge of the wood rack catches her eye.
Companies can hold meetings, celebrations upon requests. Aside from coming and enjoying a glass at the bar, quest can participate in organized wine tastings, wine flights or organize a special event for family and friends. This they share with their quests through variety of services and offers. The owner’s passions for wine is evident as well as their extensive knowledge of wine. Quests commented that when they visited Bornsteins, they feel as though they are at home in the relaxed atmosphere. In addition to owning one of the oldest and most beautiful wine shops in Croatia, the wine bar opened in 2015, attracting quests, not only with its rustic decor, but also with a rich wine card, with over a 100 selected wines from Croatia and world, including small wine snacks. Selection of wines from Kutjevo and Belje cellars as well as a bottle of the oldest wine in Croatia – whiteīy reputation Bornstein is known for their beautiful gift packaging which is a popular choice at Christmas time.
Just when you think you’ve seen all this place has to offer, the hosts will reveal their biggest pride: an archived If you require assistance, the owners and their educated staff will talk through the selection. Also available are high quality gourmet delights, such as, a variety of truflle products, the best extra virgin olive oils, wine accessories, spirits, cheese, meat products. On the shelves of the wine shop you can find a fantastic selection of Croatian and foreign wines. The pioneers of this enological project have created a true wine temple to be enjoyed by wine enthusiats and lovers from all over the world. brick caulted cellar, the first Croatian wine shop (Vinoteka) was born 30 years ago which gave birth to a renewed Croatian wine scene. A Short walk from the Zagreb cathedral, in a magnificiant 200 y.o.
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