Tasting experience

Take a walk through our groves, learn all the secrets of
olive oil crafting at the Chiavalon mill, taste our olive oils and immerse yourself
into the unique Istrian extra virgin olive oil experience.

Dear visitor

Thank you for choosing our family farm to learn more about our philosophy, love and passion in producing one of the best olive oils in the world. This form enables you to make a booking request for the exact date and time of your visit to our estate, as well as to choose the program that suits you best. We will contact you to confirm the request as soon as possible.

Online booking cannot be made for same-day visits.

Last booking requests for next day visits are possible to make until 6pm

If you prefer a private, tailor-made program, please contact us at

visit@chiavalon.hr

It would be a pleasure to create a suited program just for you.

In this period we are open

8 am to 6 pm Monday to Friday

10 am to 2 pm Saturday

We are closed on Sundays and holidays.

Chiavalon unique tasting experiences

History, which has left an indelible mark on this area, picturesque scenery that Istria and Vodnjan have to offer all year round and the exquisite gastronomy are the best invitation to visit us.

We have designed for you several interesting programs, where during the tour of our olive grove facing the beautiful island of Brijuni you will learn about the production of extra virgin olive oil, and after, in the middle of our olive mill we’ll guide you throughout the tasting and teach you how to properly recognize and appreciate a real extra virgin olive oil.

Istrian Tapas, Wine and Olive Oil experience

Not for individuals under the age of 15

Embark on an exciting journey through Istrian culinary heritage under the guidance of Istrian wine sommelier Karin Rupena Perdec. Experience a unique adventure that will introduce you to our family tradition in olive oil production. You will discover our family's story of olive cultivation through generations and visit our olive groves and olive mill to learn more about the process of producing extra virgin olive oil. In our special tasting room, under expert guidance, you will learn to recognize the characteristics of premium extra virgin olive oils on the market. Conclude your experience with a selection of delicious tapas personally prepared by Karin, further enriching your tasting adventure.

Choose from two distinct experiences tailored to suit your preferences:

**Program L:

Duration: 120 min

Group size: 6 – 12 guests

  • Walk through the olive grove and learn an educational story about the history of olive cultivation and phases of olive oil production today
  • Learn about properties and characteristics of premium extra virigin olive oils on the market during our expert guided tasting
  • Indulge in a curated selection of five tapas meticulously prepared by Karin Rupena Perdec
  • Discover the art of wine pairing as Karin presents three renowned Istrian wines, expertly matched to complement each tapas

**Program XL:

Duration: 150 min

Group size: 6 – 12 guests

  • Walk through the olive grove and learn an educational story about the history of olive cultivation and phases of olive oil production today
  • Learn about properties and characteristics of premium extra virigin olive oils on the market during our expert guided tasting
  • Indulge in a curated selection of ten tapas meticulously prepared by Karin Rupena Perdec
  • Discover the art of wine pairing as Karin presents five renowned Istrian wines, expertly matched to complement each tapas