Olive Oil Tasting in Istria, Istria

Explore the beautiful countryside of the Istrian Peninsula in search of some of the world's best olive oil. Istria has earned the title of the best olive-growing region more than once, rivaling its Italian neighbors. Your first stop will be the small town of Vodnjan for a visit to one of the premier olive oil manufacturers in the country. Learn how this coveted fruit is grown, harvested, and manufactured into the liquid gold we all know and love. Taste some of its different varietals and enjoy the classics at a local restaurant for lunch.

If time allows, visit other olive groves in Istria to taste more varieties. The towns of Grožnjan, Oprtalj, and Motovun all host perfect soil conditions for superb olive oil! You'll find several groves, plus vineyards and forests full of truffles. 

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