Cabernet Sauvignon & oily fish, With love 2025

7.11.-5.12.2025. / Autumn is the perfect time to discover the exciting history of Istria, and the best way to do so is through a wine and gastronomy experience. 

Autumn is the perfect time to discover the exciting history of Istria, and the best way to do so is through a wine and gastronomy experience.

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From November 7 to December 5, every Friday, special dinners dedicated to Cabernet Sauvignon and blue fish will be held in the restaurants of Poreč, Tar-Vabriga, and Funtana. Each Friday, the event will take place in a different restaurant, offering a unique opportunity to enjoy the combination of fine cuisine and exceptional wines. In addition to incredible flavors that will awaken even the most dormant taste buds, you will discover fascinating stories about the history of this grape variety in Istria and its special connection with blue fish.

Cabernet Sauvignon originated almost 500 years ago from a chance crossing of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc. Native to the French city of Bordeaux, today it is the most widely planted grape variety in the world. Its history in Istria spans 150 years, as does the tradition of fishing and consuming blue fish, with the earliest written records dating back to the 14th century.

Explore this unique theme at one of our special dinners dedicated to Cabernet Sauvignon and blue fish, where some of Croatia’s most renowned chefs will cook for you.

Join us and discover how blue fish and red wine together create a perfect experience.

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November 07, 2025 - Restaurant Bacchus
Hotel Parentium Plava Laguna, Poreč

Aperitif
"Ružica Vinodola ", brut, 2023, Pavlomir Winery, Novi Vinodolski, Croatian Littoral

Menu

Sea and Meadow
Traditional „Vitello Tonnato“
"Vrille ", extra dry, 2019, Marko Bernobić wines & Peršurić sparkling wines, Višnjan, Croatia, Istria
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Fisherman's ravioli
Homemade ravioli stuffed with cow curd in salted anchovy sauce
Cuvee "Marana ", 2021, Babos wines, Vodnjan, Croatia, Istria
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Mackerel in red
Mackerel fillet / roasted pepper sauce / creamy polenta / leek mosaic
Cabernet Sauvignon, 2018, Poletti wines, Markovac, Croatia, Istria
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Truffles and chocolate
Chocolate Soufflé / forest fruit sauce / black truffle
Cabernet Sauvignon, 2024, sweet wine from dried grapes, Apolitico winery, Virovitica, Slavonia

Chef: Mario Pećarić
Sommelier / Moderator: Emil Perdec  

Price: €45.00 / person  

Contact for reservations:
Cell: +385 (0)99 257 1920
E-mail: dragan.ruzic@plavalaguna.com

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November 14, 2025 - Restaurant „Ritzi“
BO Hotel Palazzo, Poreč  

Aperitif
"Ružica Vinodola ", brut, 2023, Pavlomir Winery, Novi Vinodolski, Croatian Littoral

Menu

Atlantic bonito / egg yolk / dashi / self-grown herbs
Rose, 2024, Rossi wines, Bajkini, Croatia, Istria
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Smoked pumpkin risotto / plantain / mackerel / chives
Cabernet Sauvignon, 2022, Prelac wines, Momjan, Croatia, Istria
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Greater amberjack / parsnip / rosehip / fish sauce
Cuvee „Clemente“, 2019, Damijanić wines, Fuškulin, Croatia, Istria
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Sweet darkness
Cabernet Sauvignon, 2024, sweet wine from dried grapes, Apolitico Winery, Virovitica, Slavonia

Chef: Gabrijela Filca
Sommelier / Moderator: Sandi Paris  

Price: €45.00 / person  

Contact for reservations:
RECEPTION BO HOTEL PALAZZO (0 – 24 h)
Cell: +385 (0)52 858 800
E-mail: info@bohotel-porec.com

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November 21, 2025 - Restaurant „Al Penon“
Santa Marina, Tar-Vabriga  

Aperitif
"Ružica Vinodola ", brut, 2023, Pavlomir Winery, Novi Vinodolski, Croatian Littoral

Menu

Mille-feuille with sardines and tapenade
Rose, 2024, Radovan wines, Radovani, Croatia, Istria
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Gnocchi with smoked little tuna
Cabernet Sauvignon, 2022, Cattunar wines, Nova Vas, Croatia, Istria
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Atlantic mackerel confit with smashed eggplant
Cabernet Sauvignon, 2019, Anđelo Brčić wines, Brčići, Croatia, Istria
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Chocolate, figs and almonds
Cabernet Sauvignon, 2024, sweet wine from dried grapes, Apolitico Winery, Virovitica, Slavonia

Chef: David Skoko
Sommelier / Moderator: Emil Perdec  

Price: €45.00 / person  

Contact for reservations:
E-mail: info@tar-vabriga.com
* Reservations are possible only by e-mail from Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 1 PM    

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November 28, 2025 - Konoba Bokoon
Valamar Camping Istra, Funtana  

Aperitif
"Ružica Vinodola ", brut, 2023, Pavlomir Winery, Novi Vinodolski, Croatian Littoral

Menu

Seafood plate
Tuna carpaccio, salted and marinated anchovies
Rose, 2024, Galić wines, Kutjevo, Slavonia
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Sardine stew with polenta Cabernet Sauvignon, 2019, Zigante Vero wines, Kostanjica, Croatia, Istria
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Atlantic mackerel  grilled with collard green and potatoes
„Grand Cuvée“, 2018, Pilato wines, Lašići, Croatia, Istria
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Bokoon Chocolate
Cabernet Sauvignon, 2024, sweet wine from dried grapes, Apolitico winery, Virovitica, Slavonia

Chef: Ivan Načinović
Sommelier / Moderator: Sandi Paris  

Price: €45.00 / person  

Contact for reservations:
Cell: +385 (0)52 445 527
Cell: +385 (0)99 532 2366
* Reservations are taken from 10 AM to 10 PM    

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December 05, 2025 – Restaurant Spinnaker
Poreč  

Aperitif
"Ružica Vinodola ", brut, 2023, Pavlomir Winery, Novi Vinodolski, Croatian Littoral

Menu

Tuna / kohlrabi / smoked potato / sesame
Rose Festigia, 2024, Laguna wines, Poreč, Croatia, Istria
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Ravioli / salted sardines / pistachio / burnt kale
Cabernet Sauvignon, "Grand Selection", 2021, Antunović wines, Dalj, Baranja
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Atlantic mackerel  / barbeque salad / miso / grapes
Cabernet Sauvignon, 2016, Degrassi wines, Croatia, Istria
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Chestnut / mushrooms / chocolate / sourdough
Cabernet Sauvignon, 2024, sweet wine from dried grapes, Apolitico winery, Virovitica, Slavonia

Chef: Goran Hrastovčak
Sommelier / Moderator: Sandi Paris  

Price: €45.00 / person  

Contact for reservations:
Cell: +385 (0)52 400 804
Cell: +385 (0)99 483 9560
* Reservations are taken after 6 PM
Web: www.restaurantspinnaker.com