The Second Evening of the eno-gastronomic event "Cabernet Sauvignon & bluefish, with love" delighted Poreč

After an exceptionally successful first evening, Poreč hosted the second of three planned evenings of the eno-gastronomic event "Cabernet Sauvignon & bluefish, with love" on November 15, 2024. This unique event brought together lovers of top-quality wines and seafood delicacies at the Spinnaker restaurant, located on the city's coast, providing them with an unforgettable experience of the fusion of flavors and aromas.

The Highlight of the Evening: The Art of Chef Goran Hrastovčak

The evening began with the aperitif Ružica Vinodola from 2022, a brut from the Pavlomir winery in Novi Vinodolski, which served as a perfect introduction to the gastronomic sequence. Chef Goran Hrastovčak, known for his creativity and attention to detail, crafted a carefully designed menu that included:

• Amuse-bouche: Mussels with cauliflower, leeks, and fermented garlic, paired with Rosé from the 2023 Radovan winery in Radovan.


• First Course: Tuna with smoked potatoes and sesame, accompanied by Cabernet Sauvignon from the 2021 Cattunar winery in Nova Vas.


• Second Course: Squid with kale, anchovies, and chickpeas, paired with Cabernet Sauvignon from the 2018 Poletti winery in Markovac.


• Dessert: Pistachio with feta cheese and grapes, accompanied by Porat Antenal from the 2009 Roxanich winery in Motovun.

Harmonious Fusion of Wine and Dishes

Each course was accompanied by carefully selected wine, and sommelier Zoran Gregurović further enriched the experience by presenting the wines, emphasizing how the tastes and aromas were perfectly aligned with the prepared dishes. The focus of this evening was on creating harmony between the flavors of traditional bluefish ingredients and the sophisticated notes of the Cabernet Sauvignon variety, providing visitors with a unique experience.

An Event that Brings Together Gastronomy Lovers

The event "Cabernet Sauvignon & bluefish, with love" was designed as a fusion of passion and enthusiasm of like-minded individuals – chefs and sommeliers who explore and celebrate the harmony between this prestigious wine variety and simple yet rich bluefish dishes. Through this eno-gastronomic story, wine and fish come to life in an innovative and exciting way, offering participants unforgettable tastes and aromas.

Expectations for the Final Evening

The final evening of this unique eno-gastronomic journey will take place on November 22 at the Sv. Nikola restaurant, where chefs Robert Benzia and Jurica Obrol will bring their culinary magic. The dinner is completely sold out, indicating great interest and success of this event. It is expected that the final evening will further raise the bar for eno-gastronomic events in Croatia.