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The World of Malvasia 2026
17th Edition The World of Malvasia
Entries are now open
The World of Malvasia — an international wine competition dedicated to the Malvasia grape variety, organized by Vinistra since 2009. The new edition will take place from 14th to 17th of April 2026.
We invite winemakers and Malvasia producers from around the world to join us and showcase their excellence at a competition that brings together international experts. Regsiter your samples on the link:
Terms and information
The World of Malvasia is an international wine competition open to producers from around the globe who make wines from any Malvasia variety, in accordance with the definitions of the International Code of Oenological Practices (OIV).
All submitted wines must be bottled, ready for commercial sale, and must bear the country of origin where the grapes were grown and the wine was produced.
Samples must be delivered as 4 bottles from the same batch, volume 0.75 L, or for special wines (dessert, liqueur, and aromatized wines) 6 bottles from the same batch, volume 0.5 L or 0.375 L.
Entry Fee
- Participants from Croatia: €80 + VAT per sample
- Participants from outside Croatia: €100 per sample
Important dates
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Entry deadline: March 18, 2026
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Samples drop off: March 18–21, 2026, address: Lindarska cesta 1, Pazin
Send your samples by post to: Udruga Vinistra, Istarskog razvoda 1, Poreč
Or, bring your samples to: Wine Paris - 9th – 11th of February 2026 • Hall 4, Stand B103 / ProWein • 15th – 17th of March 2026 • Hall 3, Stand C50
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Wine competition: April 14–17, 2026
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Results announcement: Friday, April 24, 2026, on www.vinistra.hr
Download the World of Malvasia flyer and competition regulations:
One of the most widespread and oldest Mediterranean grape varieties
Malvasia
It is known for its pronounced aromatics and its adaptability to different climates. The variety is grown throughout southern Europe – from Croatia and Italy to Spain, Portugal, and Greece – and in each region it produces wines of distinct styles: from fresh, mineral, citrus-driven whites to aromatic dessert wines and even aged expressions. This diversity is precisely what makes Malvasia a globally intriguing and highly valued grape in the world of wine.
Malvasia varieties of the world:
Malmsey, Malvasia, Malvasia aromatica di Parma, Malvasia aromática rosada, Malvasia bianca, Malvasia bianca di Basilicata, Malvasia bianca di Candia, Malvasia bianca di Piemonte, Malvasia bianca lunga, Malvasia branca de São Jorge, Malvasia Casalini, Malvasia Castellana, Malvasia de Colares, Malvasia de la Rioja, Malvasia de Lanzarote, Malvasia de Sitges, Malvasia del Lazio, Malvasia delle Lipari, Malvasia di Candia aromatica, Malvasia di Salina, Malvasia di Sardegna, Malvasia di Schierano, Malvasia fina, Malvasia moscata, Malvasia nera, Malvasia nera di Basilicata, Malvasia nera di Bolzano, Malvasia nera di Brindisi, Malvasia nera lunga, Malvasia Nostrana, Malvasia preta, Malvasia puntinata, Malvasia riojana, Malvasia rosa, Malvasia Toscana, Malvasia volcánica, Malvasier, Dubrovnik Malvasia, Istrian Malvasia, Malvoeira, Roussillon Malvoisie, Marastina, Monemvasia, Rukatac.