Wine & Fly: Istria from Above, a Taste that Lingers
There are journeys remembered through photographs, and those remembered through feeling. Wine & Fly belongs to the latter. In a single day—where sky becomes panorama and wine becomes story—Istria reveals itself to those who seek more. More space. More silence. More authenticity. Here, between earth and sky, the helicopter is not just a mode of transport. It is a key to a dimension where luxury and terroir meet without speaking too loudly. Flying over Istria – where vineyard geometry meets landscape poetry Flying over Istria reveals a region that feels almost too harmonious to be real. Vineyards follow the terrain—at times sharp and precise, at others soft and meandering. Olive groves, dry stone walls, golden fields and hilltop villages like Grožnjan, Motovun and Vižinada dot the land like a living fresco. For those looking down from above, this is a moving canvas, a landscape where wine is not only born in barrels, but in soil, microclimates, and the hands that tend to them. Rossi Winery – where terroir is written in the family name The first stop on the itinerary is no coincidence. Nestled in the hills near Vižinada, Rossi Winery is a symbol of generational Istrian winemaking. Wine here isn’t produced—it is crafted, slowly, in rhythm with the land. Set amid vineyards and centuries-old olive trees, guests are welcomed with a crisp, mineral Malvasia and a bold, structured Teran—each sip a reflection of the soil and the people behind it. The tasting room opens to miles of countryside views. Wine here is not rushed. It’s respected. Saint Hills – where architecture, wine, and philosophy meet A short flight later, the helicopter descends near Cantina Saint Hills, a modern winery that is equal parts aesthetic, innovation, and soul. Surrounded by vines and old stone walls, the estate offers an experience where winemaking becomes a language of nature. Every detail matters here. In the calm of the tasting room, labels that have placed Istrian wines on the world stage are poured—Malvazija Saint Heels, the plush Sv. Roko Plavac Mali—each bottle with its own voice. Gourmet pairings follow: truffle dishes, aged cheese, house-made pasta. Flavor becomes landscape. Meneghetti – where wine becomes space The final stop is not just a winery—it’s a world. Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery is luxury in its purest form. Stone villas, manicured gardens, olive groves, the scent of lavender in the breeze. Here, wine is part of the architecture of experience. A tasting becomes a curated event. A glass of Rosé in the golden afternoon light, paired with fresh cheese mousse and a drop of white truffle oil. Under the pines, with the Adriatic somewhere in the distance, silence takes on a texture of its own. Wine & Fly – when experience replaces itinerary Wine & Fly is not a tour. It is a curated daily poem for lovers of wine, landscape, and thoughtful luxury. In one day, guests experience: ✈️ Private helicopter transfers between three of Istria’s top estates 🍷 Expertly guided wine tastings at each location 🍽️ Gourmet lunch or dinner with local culinary pairings 📍 Custom options for private groups, events, or celebrations This is a journey that combines elevation and depth—a perspective from above and a connection with the earth. Ideal for honeymooners, wine connoisseurs, and discerning travelers looking to experience Istria in its most refined expression. Not just a glass of wine, but a land in every drop In Istria, wine is not only about wine. It is about place, history, people. Wine & Fly delivers precisely that—not just a journey through space, but through story. To fly between vineyards, land in stillness, and sip wine that speaks of the land—that’s not a tour. That’s an invitation to discovery. In an era where luxury has become predictable, this is the kind of experience that brings it back to its roots: authentic, elevated, and unforgettable.