28th Istrian malvasia Festival


Festival with the Wine Queen of Istria! All shades of Malvasia will shine once again. Join us this year in Portorož.

Malvasia tastings from three countries and gastronomic workshops! The 28th Festival of Istrian Malvasia will feature more than 70 winemakers and 150 different Malvasias.

FRIDAY, 20 March 2026
4:00 pm – Symposium, Vinakoper Winery

SATURDAY, 21 March 2026
4:00 – 8:30 pm – Malvasia tastings
5:00 – 8:30 pm – Professional workshops and guided tastings throughout the venue

This year, we once again invite you to the LifeClass Hotels Congress Centre.
You will also have the opportunity to taste the winning Malvasias of the Sommelier Slovenia 2026 evaluation.

The best Malvasias from Slovenia, Croatia and Italy will be presented. There will be something for every taste: fresh, aged, macerated, sparkling and sweet Malvasias.

Admission:

  • €25 – regular
  • €20 – sommeliers in uniform and students

Organizer: Association of Winemakers of Slovenian Istria and Portorož Tourist Board Office

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