Wine & gastro trip
Who’s up for an adventure in which we explore nine great wineries and two grand wine estates, check their cellars and vineyards, and — most importantly — taste 3 to 4 different wine varieties at each place?
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Slavonia is the eastern region of Croatia, well known for its viticulture areas. We’ll take you to visit some of them: Srijem, Erdut, Baranja and Kutjevo. From each and every one come more than a few premium wines. Made in wineries big and small, those wines bring back home prestigious global awards of Decanter, Mundus Vini, Selections Mondiales des Vins and so on. Will you seize this opportunity to visit their makers, listen to their stories and become enchanted with their flavours, while snacking on traditional Slavonian cold cuts and cheese?
As if that weren’t enough, there are some multi-course fusion menu lunches on the timetable as well.
The oak barrels of The Old Cellar
Food abundance is considered a trademark of every Slavonian home, so that homemade food, wine and all sorts of fruit rakijas, have become synonyms of the region. The food is usually well spiced, mostly with pepper and chilli-peppers. Dishes are mostly based on meat and fish, and are very carefully paired up with wines.
Welcome to Vinkovci! Upon arrival, you’ll check in to a 4-star family hotel known for its traditional Slavonian hospitality. As a gesture of welcome, you will be offered a glass of plum rakija, a local tradition that dates back centuries.
The hotel features a pleasant restaurant where you can enjoy an optional à la carte dinner. Relax and settle in for the evening.
The view from the Principovac countryside estate enhances the wine tasting experience
After a delicious breakfast, your guide will take you to the easternmost part of Slavonia, the Srijem area, renowned for its vineyards and wine cellars. Your first stop is the town of Ilok, home to a wine road featuring 12 wineries. Visit "The Old Cellar," the oldest and most famous, where you’ll taste three premium Ilok wines paired with local specialties.
Next, head to Principovac, a countryside estate on a hill offering the most beautiful views of Ilok and Srijem. Enjoy a luxurious lunch at their restaurant, choosing from three different three-course menus, each paired with specific Ilok wines.
In the afternoon, visit the Papak winery located on the southern slopes of Fruška Gora mountain. Here, you’ll taste three varieties of wine, including the region’s most popular graševina, accompanied by bread and cheese.
Your final stop is the Krešić winery in the scenic village of Šarengrad, on the Danube's banks. Here, you’ll sample five premium wine varieties in a unique setting that includes a World War II German-built bunker used as a wine archive. Return to your hotel in the evening.
After breakfast, journey through the beautiful Slavonian plains to the wine area of Erdut. This region's fertile vineyards benefit from the Danube’s loess soil and abundant sunshine. Visit the renowned boutique winery Antunović, known for its award-winning wines. Taste four varieties from their regular line and one aged wine.
Continue to Baranja, specifically Kneževi vinogradi (The Duke’s vineyards). Your first stop is the Belje winery, with vineyards extending over 650 acres. Tour their historic cellars and taste four top wines with cheese and bread snacks.
For lunch, visit Josić restaurant & winery in Zmajevac. Enjoy a three-course meal tailored to your preferences, paired with Josić’s award-winning wines. After lunch, return to your hotel for the night.
Zlatni Lug (The Golden Grove) is a large estate whose owners promote the core values of Slavonia - hospitality, delicious food, premium wines and unspoiled nature
After an early breakfast, head to Kutjevo, a small town symbolizing Croatian wine culture. Kutjevo's wine tradition dates back to 1232, with vineyards located on the southern slopes of Papuk and Krndija mountains.
First, visit the Krauthaker winery, founded in 1992. Their vineyards are on the sunny slopes of Krndija, and they pride themselves on traditional landwork techniques. Taste three different wines produced here.
Next, visit the Sontacchi winery, which dates back to 1900. Known for their red cuveé, Kitokret, you’ll also taste three more varieties of their wine.
For lunch, dine at the restaurant Zlatni Lug (The Golden Grove), located on a large estate. Enjoy their house specialty, the Zlatni Lug steak, stuffed with homemade kulen, cheese, and maize, served with vegetable risotto, salad, and dessert.
Finally, visit the Kutjevo winery, the oldest in the region, with cellars dating back to 1232. Tour their historic cellars and taste three of their wines before returning to your hotel.
Graševina, the premium white grape variety, is the pride and joy of Slavonia, and has subtle varieties depending on the vineyard microlocation
After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye to Vinkovci and the beautiful wine country of Slavonia. Before you leave, consider exploring Vinkovci’s pedestrian zone and visiting the Vučedol Museum to see conserved archaeological monuments. Safe travels!
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