Korenika-Moškon is a small but exceptional wine producer in Slovenian Istria. The winery is located in the village of Korte, high in the hills above Piran and Portorož. Sometimes we organize wine parties for our friends, and at one of these events, their orange wine Sulne came in second place, just behind a great Barbaresco from Ca’ del Baio in Piedmont.
Our relationship to Korenika-Moškon
We have visited Korenika-Moškon several times over the years, and on each occasion, we bring their wines back home to Sweden. They produce exclusively organic and biodynamic wines, which gives them a special freshness. Korenika-Moškon is also very creative with their winemaking, meaning the wines don’t always follow the traditional flavor profiles of other wineries in the region. The results are intensely flavorful wines, and we really like this unique combination.
Description of wines
Korenika Moškon produces many different wines and uses largely autochthonous grapes (native grapes that have grown in the area for centuries). They also use international grapes like Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio.
- Istrian Malvazija - a white grape that is frequently used in Slovenian Istria, Croatian Istria and in Friuli Venezia Giulia in Italy.
- Refošk (Refosco) - a red grape used in wine production in Slovenian Istria, Croatian Istria, and in Friuli Venezia Giulia in Italy. The grape produces flavorful and tannin-rich wines.
Some Wines We Like
- Malvazija - A young Malvazija, aged for six months in stainless steel tanks.
- Sulne - A biodynamic orange wine blend consisting of 25% Istra Malvazija, 25% Chardonnay, and 25% Pinot Grigio. The grapes are macerated for 45 days and the wine is aged in oak barrels for six years, resulting in an intensely flavorful wine that pairs surprisingly well with many spicy Asian dishes.
- Kortinca - An intense Refosco. The grapes are macerated for 30 days, and the wine is aged in French oak barrels for six years.
Where to Stay
Korenika-Moškon is located close to the popular tourist resorts of Portorož and Piran. Below are some recommended hotels and apartments.
- Hotel Kempinksi Palace - A 5-star luxury hotel in Portorož, dating back to the time when Slovenia was part of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy.
- Hotel Piran - Stay in the old town of Piran.
- Villas and apartments - Many residents and owners of villas and apartments rent them out during the tourist season, and most are of a high standard.
Where to Eat
Below are some restaurants in the area. In our opinion, the greatest part of dining in Slovenian Istria—beyond the food—is sitting by the sea and enjoying the sunset over the Adriatic.
- Hiša Torkla - A high quality restaurant listed in the Michelin Guide, with a focus on grilled meat dishes. You can make a reservation on their website, by emailing info@hisa-torkla.si or by calling +386(0)5 620 96 57.
- Pinija - Located next to the beach in Strunjan, this restaurant specializes in typical Istrian dishes with a focus on seafood. You can enjoy dishes such as calamari, risotto, and sea bass. The outdoor terrace offers a beautiful view of the sea, and if you dine there in the evening, you can watch the sun set over the water.
- Restaurant Sidro - A restaurant situated on the harbor promenade in Izola, serving traditional Istrian seafood dishes. Enjoy your meal on the outdoor terrace while watching the sun set over the sea.
- Three Widows - Restaurant Three Widows is located on the sea promenade in Piran and serves traditional Istrian seafood dishes. The main reason to visit is to enjoy the spectacular sunset over the Adriatic Sea. To reserve a table, call +386(0)5 673 02 91.
