Radovan Winery in Radovani near Višnjan

Updated October 8, 2026.

Closed. Opens on today 12:00.

In Radovani near Višnjan, the Radovan family makes fresh varietal wines and aged Capeletto. Visit the tasting room by prior arrangement.

Malvasia, Refošk and the Capeletto range

The family makes Istrian Malvasia in both fresh and aged styles. White Capeletto is fuller-bodied, with aromas of baked quince, almonds and honey, while retaining its freshness. The winery recommends it with oven-baked fish. Alongside Malvasia, the white grapes they grow include Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.

Refošk is an important part of the red wine range, alongside Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The latter two varieties make up red Capeletto. This blend has velvety tannins and a long finish, and the winery recommends pairing it with lamb.

Capeletto Malvazija from the 2023 vintage received 94 points at Falstaff's 2026 tasting. Radovan's 2009 Refošk received gold and the award for best aged Refošk at Vinistra 2012.

A family winery since 1994

Franko and Danijela Radovan started in 1994 with one and a half hectares of old Malvasia vines around the village. Two years later they planted their first Cabernet Sauvignon, and their first bottles contained Malvasia from the 1998 vintage. From those initial Malvasia vineyards, they developed a range of six grape varieties.

Their son Antonio and daughter Anna also work in the family business. Franko and Antonio make the wines together, and the family has added a tasting room alongside the expanded cellar.

Guided tastings in Radovani

In the tasting room, the wines are served with accompanying bites. Guided tastings include an introduction to winemaking and the differences between the wines. Arrange a tasting in advance by sending an enquiry to the winery.

Distance from Bale: 29 minutes driving (28.3 km)

Address: Radovani 14, 52463 Višnjan, Istria, Croatia

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