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…Wine and inspiration- this is one concept;
eloquence, spirit and poetry comes from wine…
~ Tin Ujević
Creating his best verse and prose with the
ancient noble drink, he lauded the divine
nectar and, in time, surrendered himself to it
completely.
Wine has a distincitive burst of pasion…
With the opening of a new stretch of the Zagreb – Dubrovnik highway in Vrgorac, Vrgorac is
now remarkably close to Zagreb (4 hours by car), and
it could easily be considered part of the greater area
of Split owing to the proximity of Split Airport (a 40
minute car drive). Until recently, this small town was an
isolated place, known but to very few.
The town’s charming location is at the foot of the
south-eastern part of Matokit (1063 metres). The
name it bears evokes its elevated position (Vrhgorac
means a hilltop).
The vineyards of Jezera
The vineyards of Jezera expanded due to the drainage of the fields, survived the
most difficult years od Dalmatian history, and have evolved into the largest
Croatian vineyard which counts dozens of millions of vine grapes.Vineyards
of the “Vrgorka” winery and many family farms are a great potential for the
development of winemaking.With traditional plantations of grape; Plavina,
Crljenko and Trnjka, white varieties; Zlatarica, Maraština and Medna, there
are new varieties such as Merlot and Cabarnet. Over the decades the new
varieties adapted and are producing wines of exceptional quality. The labeled
bottles of the “Vrgorka” winery and many small producers just making their
way are there to testify this. A flowing stream Matica runs through the field,
strengthened by clear springs, and countless field roads connect the vineyards.
An old mill by the Lukavac spring is being redesigned into a tasting room, while
the Vincekovo and Martinje festivities are becoming increasingly important for
our southern region. Rowers practice on the Matica preparing for the traditional
boat marathon, and the walking and biking trails on the field await new features
to make serious steps in the development of wine tourism for their new guests.
The restaurant “Tin”, together with Tin’s tower and stone terrace
makes up a complex representative of the indigenous building in
the old town center at the foot of the Gradina fortress. A variety of
specialities made from locally grown groceries and a selection of
quality wines of the “Vrgorka” winery, makes this restaurant fell like
a second home to the people of Vrgorac and their guests.
The story of the wines of Vrgorac starts in the hilly vineyards of
exceptional position afoot Mihovil, permeable soils, karst hills of
southern exposition and mild Mediterranean climate. It develops in
the vineyards of Rastoke, Bunina and Jezera. The traditional varieties
of vines grown here produce grapes of universal quality, while the
wines are distinctive in identity and specific scents.
Pilać winery
Situated in the immediate vicinity of the Vrgorac winery, they
recently opened their doors to visitors providing a number of sports,
recreational and hospitality facilities. A wine tasting room with a
capacity of eighty seats is an attractive area for tasting quality local
products as well as wine. An open terrace restaurant of seventy seats,
with a panoramic view of the Rastok field, offers a selected menu for
a la carte dishes. There is also a coffee bar, an indoor football field, a
fully equipped fitness center and a large bowling area
GAŠPAR WINES
At the beginning of their careers, two young winemakers Dario and Boris Gašpar
produced a comprehensive visual identity. Their love for wine is captured in bottles of
distinctive flavor and aroma. Next came the awards-silver diplomas at a recognized
croatian winemaker’s manifestation “Kutina 2010” for quality red wine “Vergolaz” and
quality white wine “Zlatarica”, as well as an award for design, which won third place.
That same year, one of the best portals in the world “Dieline” published a report on
the quality of the Gašpar wine’s design. The creation of the visual identity was inspired
by the story of the three kings that came baring gifts for baby Jesus, one of which was
called Gašpar…
FRANIĆ WINES
Shaped like a wreath, on top of a hill overlooking the Jezero field of Vrgorac, lies the
village Vina, with it’s wonderful lookout point on the steep cliffs separating it
from the field. The family name and their coat of arms as noble as the view from
the belvedere, is what the Franić’s decided to stem their visual identity from. Goran
Franić, agricultural engeneer and oenologist, as well as the president of winemakers
in the municipality, opted for the original varieties Crljenak, Maraština and Trnjak.
Coming into the process of categorization he offered Trnjak, a harmonious wine
that attracts by the floral aromas of berries. Franić Trnjak is suitable for aging and
maturation, and the harmonious beauty of young Trnjak animates the spirit and
helps create new friendships.
MATE JELAVIĆ
Podprolog is a picturesque village at the edge of Rastok field, whose hardworking
peoplemostly grow wine, fruits and vegetables. Mate Jelavić decided to dedicate his
time to wine and friends. He rebuilt the old family house and opened the door to
its new life as a tavern. He decorated the walls with old family photos as a tribute
to times past and his ancestors, making his tavern just perfect for spending time in
good company…with a glass of wine which he makes respectfully and lovingly.
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Vrgorac Tourist Board Tina Ujevića 14 21276 Vrgorac Telephone: +385 (0)21 675 110 Fax: +385 (0)21 675 110
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