Fine Wine from Croatia and Croatian Chamber of Commerce have organized together a promotion of Croatian wines in London in the Intercontinental Hotel. Croatia was presented by some 20 winemakers and more than 70 wines from all parts of the country.
There were more than 100 press and trade attendees, including:
31 press and broadcasters
24 sommeliers and HoReCa
21 importers
15 consultants and educators
4 independent and multiple retailers
Just to name the few important names: Steven Spurrier, Jo Ahearne from Marks& Spencer, Julia Harding from Jancis Robinson team, etc.
Some comments on the event:
“The venue was great, and I had the opportunity to taste some very interesting wines. I would have liked to have seen even more diverse indigenous varietals”
“I really enjoyed it –there were some delicious and original things. Thank you.”
“The masterclass made it clear for me that Croatia’s strength is outstanding dessert wines”
“Grasevina can excel in the right hands. Saints Hill stood out for me”
“Croatian Wine Tasting @ the Intercontinental. Some SUPER wines!! Brilliant Whites, Killer Reds & Luscious Desserts. Look out for them!!!”