"We are working on the solution of the Istrian Terrano case which we promised at last year's Vinistra and that requires lasting, quality, argued and diplomatic discussion with the European Commission. I am certain that based on feedback we have that we are very close to a solution that could be to the satisfaction of our wine producers," Jakovina said.
This year's Vinistra festival attracted 120 wine makers and agricultural producers.
Minister Jakovina underscored that this event contributed greatly to promoting the culture of wine and Istria as a wine region.
A highlight at this year's festival will be quality wines from 2014 which despite the unfavourable weather conditions in Istria and other regions have turned out to be "victorious."
"Last year was difficult for wine producers but I am convinced that regardless of that, confirmation of quality is unquestionable," Tourism Minister Darko Lorencin said.
In addition to local wine producers this year's Vinistra will feature sparkling wines from the French region, Champagne-Ardenne, and The Netherlands presenting food and wines and cheeses as this year's partner country.
In 2000, Slovenia obtained an EU protected designation of origin for its Terrano wine, although wines of the same name are produced in parts of Italy and the Croatian part of Istria peninsula. Some Slovenian experts have proposed a trilateral designation of origin for this wine, but the government in Ljubljana has taken the view that Terrano wine is produced only in Slovenia and that Croatia and Italy may not produce or sell wines under that name.