Luštica Bay LIFE

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Light, Warmth & Wine

BOLD FLAVOURS

PEEK THROUGH THE WINDOW INTO LUŠTICA BAY’S BOUTIQUE WINERY On the Luštica Peninsula, windows have long

In 2010 they launched and registered their

been a symbol of light and warmth; a beacon

first wines - Vranac & Reserva - following

to weary fisherman, guiding them home to the

construction of a new cellar and an upgrade to

safety and comfort of their partners, waiting

modern production processing equipment with

anxiously by the open windows for the safe

a capacity of 25,000l. They hired top experts

return of their loved ones.

in the cellar and specialists in the vinyard to

Upon their arrival they would be welcomed home with a glass of wine; a welcome relief after days, and even weeks at sea. It is this tradition that was the inspiration behind Lustica’s very own winery; Finestra Italian for window and a nod to the golden glow that lead weary seafarers home. This boutique wine bar & shop - located on Luštica Bay’s growing promenade - is home to more than 120 carefully selected wines ranging from deep, fragrant reds to crisp, golden whites, and a little of everything in between! This expertly curated selection is every wine lovers fantasy! A delight to the senses that is sure to leave you wanting more! Turn the page and we will guide your palate through some of our favourite bottles and introduce you to the family that sow the seeds of the vines that make it all possible! Giljača is the first registered winery in this area of Boka. In Grblja - Boka Bay’s viticultural subregion in the Village of Ljesevići, the Giljača Family has been growing vines and making wine for themselves and their friends for over 16 years.

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ensure the quality of each bottle.


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