Tomaz Merlot Silente 2022

A premium red wine made from the Teran grape variety from the Motovun wine region, aged 18 months in oak barrels. Deep ruby colour, intense aromas of ripe cherries and strong structure.

A fresh and aromatic white wine made from Istrian Malvasia, with notes of acacia blossom, apple, plum and apricot. Dry, elegant and easy-drinking.

Semi-sweet white wine in a light golden hue, with intense floral aromas, lemon zest, apricot and quince. Fresh, elegant and easy to drink.

Wine from the darker variant of Malvasia, deep in colour and expressive in aroma. Notes of cherry, dark plum, Mediterranean herbs and black pepper. Dry and balanced.

The “Celeste” sparkling wine is a rosé made from Teran (60%), Merlot (30%), and Black Malvasia (10%).

Rich dry white wine 100% Chardonnay from 2018 vintage, aged 8 months in wood. Spicy notes, freshness and hazelnut profile.

This wine is born in the finest wine-growing area of Buje, Contarini-Brazzania, where low yields per hectare allow the creation of top-quality wines. The vineyards are laid like an amphitheatre, ideally benefiting from the local climate and the mineral white soil. Alcoholic fermentation begins at 25–28 °C for 15–20 days. Malolactic fermentation and maturation follow in small oak barrels for 18 months, allowing the noble aromas of wood and grapes to meld. The wine is then blended and aged for one year in a large cask, after which it rounds off and matures in the bottle for a further 6 months.

Franc Arman Merlot Superior matures partly in large oak barrels and partly in barrique casks. It is characterised by a deep dark-red colour. This atypically styled wine is full and robust, yet still pleasantly drinkable, marked by aromas of ripe cherry and raspberry with a chocolate-and-spice aftertaste. Discreet oak notes intertwine gently with the fruit aromatics, contributing to the wine’s superior overall impression.

Wine of elegant deep ruby colour, with aromas of ripe blackberries and violets, complemented by smoke and dark chocolate. Dry, balanced and expressive.

The wine is dry, warm, and smooth, with pleasant freshness. It is moderately tannic with fine, soft tannins. The wine is flavourful with a medium body. It is balanced, with pronounced flavour intensity and very good persistence. The wine is harmonious and easy to drink, with notes of red currant emerging on the aftertaste. It pairs excellently with veal roast prepared under the traditional "čripnja" (baking bell) with homemade potatoes.

This wine is born in the finest wine-growing area of Buje, Contarini-Brazzania, where low yields per hectare allow the creation of top-quality wines. The vineyards are laid like an amphitheatre, ideally benefiting from the local climate and the mineral white soil. Alcoholic fermentation begins at 25–28 °C for 15–20 days. Malolactic fermentation and maturation follow in small oak barrels for 18 months, allowing the noble aromas of wood and grapes to meld. The wine is then blended and aged for one year in a large cask, after which it rounds off and matures in the bottle for a further 6 months.

Franc Arman Merlot Superior matures partly in large oak barrels and partly in barrique casks. It is characterised by a deep dark-red colour. This atypically styled wine is full and robust, yet still pleasantly drinkable, marked by aromas of ripe cherry and raspberry with a chocolate-and-spice aftertaste. Discreet oak notes intertwine gently with the fruit aromatics, contributing to the wine’s superior overall impression.

Wine of elegant deep ruby colour, with aromas of ripe blackberries and violets, complemented by smoke and dark chocolate. Dry, balanced and expressive.

The wine is dry, warm, and smooth, with pleasant freshness. It is moderately tannic with fine, soft tannins. The wine is flavourful with a medium body. It is balanced, with pronounced flavour intensity and very good persistence. The wine is harmonious and easy to drink, with notes of red currant emerging on the aftertaste. It pairs excellently with veal roast prepared under the traditional "čripnja" (baking bell) with homemade potatoes.

This wine is born in the finest wine-growing area of Buje, Contarini-Brazzania, where low yields per hectare allow the creation of top-quality wines. The vineyards are laid like an amphitheatre, ideally benefiting from the local climate and the mineral white soil. Alcoholic fermentation begins at 25–28 °C for 15–20 days. Malolactic fermentation and maturation follow in small oak barrels for 18 months, allowing the noble aromas of wood and grapes to meld. The wine is then blended and aged for one year in a large cask, after which it rounds off and matures in the bottle for a further 6 months.

Franc Arman Merlot Superior matures partly in large oak barrels and partly in barrique casks. It is characterised by a deep dark-red colour. This atypically styled wine is full and robust, yet still pleasantly drinkable, marked by aromas of ripe cherry and raspberry with a chocolate-and-spice aftertaste. Discreet oak notes intertwine gently with the fruit aromatics, contributing to the wine’s superior overall impression.

Wine of elegant deep ruby colour, with aromas of ripe blackberries and violets, complemented by smoke and dark chocolate. Dry, balanced and expressive.

The wine is dry, warm, and smooth, with pleasant freshness. It is moderately tannic with fine, soft tannins. The wine is flavourful with a medium body. It is balanced, with pronounced flavour intensity and very good persistence. The wine is harmonious and easy to drink, with notes of red currant emerging on the aftertaste. It pairs excellently with veal roast prepared under the traditional "čripnja" (baking bell) with homemade potatoes.

This wine is born in the finest wine-growing area of Buje, Contarini-Brazzania, where low yields per hectare allow the creation of top-quality wines. The vineyards are laid like an amphitheatre, ideally benefiting from the local climate and the mineral white soil. Alcoholic fermentation begins at 25–28 °C for 15–20 days. Malolactic fermentation and maturation follow in small oak barrels for 18 months, allowing the noble aromas of wood and grapes to meld. The wine is then blended and aged for one year in a large cask, after which it rounds off and matures in the bottle for a further 6 months.

Franc Arman Merlot Superior matures partly in large oak barrels and partly in barrique casks. It is characterised by a deep dark-red colour. This atypically styled wine is full and robust, yet still pleasantly drinkable, marked by aromas of ripe cherry and raspberry with a chocolate-and-spice aftertaste. Discreet oak notes intertwine gently with the fruit aromatics, contributing to the wine’s superior overall impression.

Wine of elegant deep ruby colour, with aromas of ripe blackberries and violets, complemented by smoke and dark chocolate. Dry, balanced and expressive.

An elegant white wine of Mediterranean character, featuring notes of sage, tomato leaf and light fruit. Fresh and precise.

The aromatic and attractive In Sylvis Florens Rosé dry wine is produced by processing the red Teran grape as if it were a white variety — through crushing, destemming, and pressing without maceration.

Fakin Rosé is a wine with a full and smooth body and a distinctly fruity flavour, in which floral hints and red grapefruit continue on the palate alongside marked salinity and minerality. The simplicity and elegance of its aroma make it approachable and sincere, with a touch of pleasant freshness and delicate persistence.This lively and aromatic wine, deep pink in colour with a copper hue, offers sheer drinking pleasure, dominated by flavours of pomegranate and a dry, rather refreshing aroma.The dynamic harmony of red tannic structure and white-fruit character makes it versatile, adding a note of enthusiasm and openness to the overall tasting experience.

At the top of the hill, right next to the vineyard, there still stands a stone with the cardinal directions carved into it — once believed to mark the very center of the Istrian peninsula. Centrum is a cuvée of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon in a fresher, fruit-forward style, produced in stainless steel tanks with a small portion aged in barrique barrels. It pairs beautifully with grilled tuna, squid and pork tenderloin, and with roasted chestnuts it places you in the very heart of Istria, overlooking one of the most spectacular views of the region.

Valenta Winery is a newer name on the wine scene, but only when speaking of labels. Wine has been produced in this family for a long time, and a great deal of knowledge and experience is hidden in these bottles. The audience seems to respond very well to what Valter Valenta does, as the wines had one of the shortest paths from anonymity to standing shoulder-to-shoulder with the best. As Kaldir and the surroundings of Motovun are slowly proving to be a special place for Malvasia and Teran, this small family winery is steadily climbing in the competition for recognition. The Muscat is no exception. What especially distinguishes it is the well-judged sweetness. The wine does not tire the palate, it is very pleasant in the mouth, with very clean and clear Muscat aromas and, although sweet, it manages to remain elegant.

Valenta Sauvignon Blanc deserves every recommendation. A pleasant surprise awaits in this bottle: a clearly defined varietal character of Sauvignon, unintrusive and well-balanced aromatics, with a wide palette of herbal and vegetal notes, none of which dominate. The entire aromatic picture is firmly set on a minimal but permissible amount of residual sugar. In a comparative tasting alongside other domestic Sauvignons, a subtle difference in the mineral profile emerges — one that we generously attribute to the terroir.

A dry wine made from 100% Teran, with an elegant ruby red colour and violet reflections, featuring aromas of ripe cherry, cornelian cherry and dark chocolate. Fresh, harmonious, medium-bodied.

In Sylvis Arbor Malvazija Istarska is a harmonious wine distinguished by its straw-yellow colour with golden reflections. It is crystal clear and moderately dense.

Yellow Muscat is a white, aromatic grape variety belonging to the Muscat family. It is grown mostly in Istria and northern Italy, where it is commonly used for the production of dessert wines. The wine is known for its large, loose clusters of deep yellow berries and its golden colour in the glass.Beyond its authentic and adventurous character, Yellow Muscat is defined by a unique and strongly fruity flavour, alongside an intense aromatic diversity and fullness of body. It displays fine freshness and structure, with a pronounced fruity muscat and floral bouquet, and pairs excellently with desserts when served at 6–8 °C.This semi-dry wine surprises with its fruity harmony and long-lasting pleasant freshness, whose energetic and original aromas are complemented by a dense texture and sweet, rich flavours.

At first sniff, notes of cherry and chocolate appear, followed by hints of star anise and clove, and finally a touch of lilac blossom. The wine is dry, warm, and smooth, characterised by its typical freshness and pleasant tannins. It is flavourful with a medium body. The wine is balanced, with pronounced flavour intensity and excellent persistence. On the aftertaste, notes of blackberry emerge. It is harmonious, easy to drink, and pairs excellently with gnocchi and game meat.

The wine has a beautiful greenish-yellow color, is crystal clear and moderately dense. On the nose, it opens with the scent of acacia blossom, notes of fresh apple and lime peel, and a hint of mint leaf. The wine is dry, moderately warm, and moderately soft, while on the other hand, it shows fine freshness, pleasant minerality, and a medium body. Kabolina Malvazija is in excellent balance, with pronounced flavor intensity and fine flavor persistence. The wine is tasty, harmonious, and very drinkable, with a peach note appearing on the aftertaste.

A dark ruby-colored wine made from the Teran variety and aged for three years in barrique barrels. Intense aromas of ripe sour cherry and dried plum, with notes of smoke, leather and coffee. Powerful, full-bodied and long-lasting on the finish.

A varietal and elegant wine aged for one year in large oak barrels. It exhibits a vivid dark ruby-red colour. The aroma rests on dark fruit interwoven with nuances of aromatic herbs. The taste is finely dry and lively, rounded off by a gently bitter finish. Recommended with various meat dishes.

The wine is crystal clear, deep straw-yellow in colour with a shade of youthful gold. It shows pronounced and refined aromas of yellow apple, iris, and exotic notes of melon, lime and lychee. On the palate it is rounded and soft, almost saline, very extract-rich with a hint of sweetness.

Fakin Malvasia is a dry wine of straw-yellow colour with greenish hues, creamy and full-bodied, with a recognisable varietal aroma and a pleasant, well-rounded mineral taste. This gentle and silky wine of playful and authentic character exudes elegance and freshness, with citrus and floral nuances.The olfactory palette is led by fresh white fruit and citrus notes, followed by subtle floral-herbal hints in the background, with impressions of narcissus, daisy, chamomile, currant leaf, meadow herbs and green tea. On the palate it delivers energetic freshness with fruity aromas of green apple and pear, lime, kiwi, green grapefruit and lemon.Malvasia matures for six months in stainless steel tanks, and the ideal serving temperature is 8–12 °C. This wine pairs perfectly with white fish, seafood risotto and other lighter dishes typical of Mediterranean cuisine.