Are you wondering how to combine sports, a top-notch wine and gastronomic offer, and a noble cause? The answer to that question is Zagreb County Tourist Board which, in collaboration with the Croatian Association of Skiing and Snowboarding Enthusiasts, is organizing a unique eno-gastronomic event. Zagreb County Ski & Wine Festival will be held February 23rd on Sljeme, and a rich sports and food and wine program has been announced.
The event will also have humanitarian character that is, the entire project is dedicated to supporting the Bistra Special Hospital, an institution that cares for the most vulnerable group of children with serious health conditions. The collected funds will be aimed at improving the quality of their care and better conditions for treatment.
In the sports section, which begins the program of events, there will be second Memorial Race "Tomislav Pavalić Tomb", a race on Sljeme that will provide competitors and recreational athletes with the opportunity to start the day actively in nature and Bistra Cup in giant slalom which is scored for the Generali Cup of Croatia for recreational skiers.
After the sports efforts from 13 to 16 pm, there will be Wine Fest – an eno-gastronomic experience at Vidikovac, during which winemakers and the wine and gastronomic offer of the Zagreb County will be presented. Then it will follow educational workshops: “The Art of Drinking Wine and Sparkling Wine through the Story of Zagreb County” by lecturer Darko Lugarić and “Sustainable Destination Gastronomy” by lecturer Monika Antolović. The following will be held Humanitarian raffle which will allow participants to contribute to a noble cause, with the possibility of winning exclusive prizes. And at the end, there will be an informal socializing with top wines and music.
U eno-gastronomic offer The Dobra Berba Winery (Saša Štula) and the Robert Braje Winery will participate, while in the gastronomic segment present traditional corn bread - OPG Robić, homemade lard from local production, and wild garlic - an indigenous plant of Medvednica, known for its nutritional properties and intense aroma.
The Zagreb County Ski & Wine Festival is not only an opportunity to enjoy top-quality wines and gastronomy, but also to participate in a mission that can change the lives of those who need help the most.
Zagreb County Ski Wine Festival – program
10:00 – 13:00 | Sports part of the program
2. Memorial race "Tomislav Pavalić Tomb" – the race on Sljeme will provide competitors and recreational athletes with an opportunity for an active start to the day in nature, while their participation will further emphasize the humanitarian dimension of the event.
Bistra Cup in giant slalom – the race is scored for the Generali Cup of Croatia for recreational skiers, everyone is welcome to try their hand at the race
13:00 – 16:00 | Wine Fest – wine and gastronomic experience in Vidikovac
13:00 | Wine Fest opening ceremony – presentation of winemakers and the eno-gastronomic offer of Zagreb County with introductory remarks by the organizers and partners.
13:30 PM – 14:30 PM | Educational workshops (for 50 participants each)
The art of drinking wine and sparkling wine through the story of Zagreb County
Lecturer: Darko Lugarić
– Basic wine tasting techniques
– Proper glass selection and serving
– Understanding aromas and flavors through practical tasting
– Special focus on the wine-growing heritage of Zagreb County, its indigenous varieties and terroir
Sustainable gastronomy of the destination
Lecturer: Monika Antolović
– Preparation of traditional homemade corn bread
– Use of indigenous and organic ingredients, including wild garlic – a plant characteristic of continental Croatia
– Preserving culinary heritage through a sustainable approach to gastronomy
14:30 – 15:00 | Humanitarian raffle
The charity raffle will give participants the opportunity to contribute to a noble cause, with the possibility of winning exclusive prizes:
– SPA treatment in Naftalan – relaxation in a unique health resort
– 2 x trip to Katschberg on March 08.03th with the Croatian Skiing Association (ski pass not included in the gift)
– 6 bottles of premium sparkling wines – selection from Zagreb County
– Exclusive promo gifts from the Zagreb County Tourist Board
– Special salt with wild garlic – a gourmet supplement inspired by local flavors
15:00 – 16:00 | Socializing with top wines and music
Informal socializing with a glass of top-quality wine, authentic delicacies and a pleasant atmosphere in a unique location.
ENO-GASTRONOMIC OFFER
Dobra Berba Winery (Saša Štula)
Robert Braje Winery
Gastronomic segment:
Traditional corn bread from OPG Robić
Domestic fat from local production
Wild garlic – an indigenous plant of Medvednica, known for its nutritional properties and intense aroma
