Hi! I'm Laura, your go-to source for all things wine and wanderlust. Whether you're a wine newbie or a seasoned pro, I'm here to help you experience the same joy and education that wine country travel has brought me. From wine travel basics to wine region guides to done-for-you itineraries, I make planning a wine tasting trip simple…and fun!
☀️ Wine tasting on Europe’s sunniest island
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Hi Reader, Did you know Europe’s sunniest island is also a wine destination? It’s called Hvar, and it sits off the coast of Croatia in the Adriatic Sea. It’s super easy to reach from the city of Split. Just a quick ferry ride and you can be soaking in this view. 🤩 If you’ve heard of Hvar, you might know it best for beaches, boating, and blooming lavender…but I’m here to report that the wineries are worth the trip too. The island is best known for indigenous grapes like Plavac Mali. A descendant of Zinfandel, it’s a late-ripening, high-tannin red that thrives on Hvar’s steep coastal slopes. And the tastings here are very personal. Think: family-run cellars, winemakers pouring the wines themselves, and tastings that feel like you’re sitting in someone’s backyard (because sometimes…you are). A few spots I recommend: 🕯️ Duboković – A candlelit tasting in the wine cellar surrounded by barrels. They’re well-known for Plavac Mali, but they also pioneered orange wines on the island. 🛶 Vina Carić – Located in the “Venice of Hvar,” this tasting room feels like entering a secret garden. And your visit includes delicious food to pair with their excellent wines. 🍇 Braća Plančić – A casual tasting in a quiet inland village that felt like visiting someone’s home. Don’t miss their Pharos Grand Cru Plavac Mali. If Croatia is on your travel wish list (or you’re looking for a wine destination that’s a little different), Hvar is absolutely worth adding to your itinerary.
Cheers, Laura Thanks to the Hvar Town Tourist Board for hosting part of my trip. All recommendations and opinions are entirely my own.
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Hi! I'm Laura, your go-to source for all things wine and wanderlust. Whether you're a wine newbie or a seasoned pro, I'm here to help you experience the same joy and education that wine country travel has brought me. From wine travel basics to wine region guides to done-for-you itineraries, I make planning a wine tasting trip simple…and fun!
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