A trip to Brajkovići offers different ways to explore the area through wine, literature and the historical traces in nearby Trviž. At Vina Radanović tastings, the venue depends on the weather: in fine weather, they take place beneath two centuries-old oak trees; in cold or rainy weather, they are held in a tasting room with 30 seats.
Wine Tastings and Food Pairing Recommendations
The winery presents six wine labels, including a fresh Malvasia that has received numerous awards. For Teran 2022, Vina Radanović recommends oily fish, red-meat dishes and aged cheeses. This gives wine enthusiasts several ways to explore the selection: the six labels offer an overview of the range, while the Teran recommendation addresses the specific question of food pairing. The fresh Malvasia stands out within the range for its awards.
The Cultural and Historical Heritage of Trviž
Brajkovići is part of the parish area of Trviž; Trviž itself is a protected cultural and historical site. The nearby Church of St. Peter in Brajkovići brings together several historical traces. The church dates back to the 11th or 12th century; the nave walls and remnants of frescoes have been preserved. A Gothic custodia was discovered there during conservation work in 2004. There is also a Glagolitic inscription. For visitors interested in culture, two scales are worth distinguishing: Trviž as a protected site, and St. Peter’s with its architectural, pictorial and written details. The construction date and the discovery belong to different historical periods: the church dates from the 11th or 12th century, while the custodia was discovered in 2004.
Festival, Poetry and Music
Vinarija Radanović launched the Festival vina & poezije in 2022; it was held there for the second time. The festival promotes literary creativity and expression in the Čakavian dialect. The competition focuses on poems about wine, winemaking and Istrian tradition. Language and subject matter provide different points of emphasis: the dialect shapes the literary expression, while the poems explore wine and Istrian tradition. If you would like to plan your trip around the festival, check the festival dates in advance and plan the length of your stay accordingly.
Wine&Music at Radanović combines live music with wine beneath the Central Istrian night sky; the event has been organised over several years. Compared with the festival, the focus here is on the interplay of music and wine, whereas poetry and literary expression are at the heart of the festival.
More Activities in Central Istria
For those interested in a different kind of activity, the Buići Pazin–Trviž Off-road Arena is among the off-road, enduro and quad tour offerings in Central Istria. This adds a distinct regional activity to the wine-related and cultural experiences around Brajkovići.
Discover more destinations: Pazin, Ježenj, Zamask, Trviž, Grdoselo, Zabrežani, Zarecje, Lindar.
For the broader travel overview: Općina Pazin.
