Porto Montenegro the award winning luxury marina village at in Tivat in the heart of the UNESCO protected Boka Bay, has again become the stage for SuperWine festival.
The marina has 460 berths, 220 sold-out luxury apartments, as well as over 50 units of ground floor retail made up of restaurants, bars, cafes, shops and amenities and a five-star Regent Hotel with over 80 luxury suites and apartments.
The 5th edition of SuperWine the most prestigious wine show in South–East Europe took place beside Porto Montenegro Yacht Club Pool recently.
The event is a combination of a wine salon, an atmosphere of a two-day summer party in an extravagant environment, with an added accompanying program.
It has brings together breathtaking sea-views into perfect harmony with delicious food, live music and, of course, wine tasting.
The event has hosted by top European wineries:
- Bertani
- Krgović
- Movia
- Fantinel
- Jean Durup
- Piper Heidsieck
- Arnaldo Caprai
The programme also featured a Lepa Couture fashion show, DJ sets, and exclusive food corners.
Having hosted SuperWine again, Porto Montenegro has confirmed its reputation as one of the most exclusive places on the Adriatics coast, which is a superb fit for all tastes from fine dining to comfort food and from wine amateurs to connoisseurs.
There are more than a dozen restaurants, cafes and bars at Porto Montenegro offering a vast selection of cuisines and ambiances including: the Dining Room at the 5-star Regent Porto Montenegro, the busy trattoria Al Posto Giusto, the One restaurant with its modern Adriatic menu and Lebanese Byblos featuring delicious and zesty mezze and other classic middle-eastern specialties.
Porto Montenegro also serves as the perfect base for those who love wine culture and eager to get to know new and exciting vignerons. A chic wine bar Crush Wine Station is situated on the marina’s Jetty 1 overlooking the superyacht docks.
It features a carefully selected collection of regional favourites, undiscovered labels, as well as cult classics from around of the world. Operator ofCrush Wine Station, Berba, offers tax-free champagne, wine and spirits.
There are a number of sophisticated wineries within a short ride from the marina.
Plantaze is one of the largest and famous producers. The vineyard is situated on a plateau with a special microclimate.
The local red Vranac variety covers two thirds of the field and the white varieties are led by Krstač, a grape grown exclusively in Montenegro.
Boutique winemaking is well developed in the region. Zoran and Gordana Obradovic run Castel Savina in Herzeg Novi at the entrance to Kotor Bay, on the opposite side of the bay from Porto Montenegro. They have two hectares of land with international grape varietals (Shiraz, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, and Chardonnay) and one indigenous white varietal, Žižak (zhizhak).
The vineyards are located in the best part of the estate, with a southern exposition, and a spectacular view over the sea.
Wine and food lovers can also enjoy the 5-star Regent Porto Montenegro’s special off-season package that offers the perfect gourmet experience.
Valid from October 1, 2017, the program includes 3 nights stay at Regent, a sumptuous three-course dinner, with wine-pairing of 3 wine labels in the grand Regent Dining Room, An exclusive visit, via round-trip transfers, to the Castel Savina and Plantaze wineries and more.
Prices start from 1141 euros per double room for 3 nights stay.
Nightlife is also well developed at Porto Montenegro. In order to better feel the vibrant atmosphere of the Mediterranean marina, it is well worth visiting the Clubhouse, which is the neighbourhood getaway made by and for the young at heart. This bar, owned by a pair of Aussie charmers, is a laid-back, Sydney inspired watering hole offers stiff drinks, cold draft, and a casual vibe.
Another great summer choice is Platinum club that was launched in 2015 and immediately stole the limelight as top nightspot in the country. Smart decor, a serious sound system, top barmen and plenty of live entertainment make this a welcome addition to the village’s nightlife scene.