Classic Peka on Peljesac

Five centuries old legacy
Mario’s family has been living on Pelješac for over five centuries, hence there might not be better person to give you a first-hand account about living on Dubrovnik’s favorite peninsula. Painting the story of the region’s famous wines, Mario will take you to its two representative wine cellars. 

A dash of Napa Valley on Pelješac 
First, visit the cellar of Napa Valley’s favorite Croat, Mike Grgich, and then Mario’s, called Bartulović, harvesting grapes at 16 different positions in the peninsula. Savoring two different takes on the same local varieties, like Rukatac and Pošip whites, and Plavac Mali reds, will illustrate the incredible character of these sorts, but also an immense role that the individual wine maker’s approach plays for the final drop.

Try your hand at preparing peka
The inspiring potential of this region becomes complete once you embark on the adventure of preparing meat under peka! An iron lid shaped like a bell, peka is placed over a pan filled with pieces of meat, traditionally veal or lamb, and potatoes. Then, it is covered in hot charcoal. Leaving the food to simultaneously cook and bake over several hours, peka blends aromas, flavors and a hint of ancient times into a wondrous meal. 

Dine in a 500-year-old cellar 
Under Mario’s guidance, you will master the secrets behind this seemingly simple art, enjoying the final result as the ultimate complement to Pelješac's local wines.

• Private tours only. Guests outside your group cannot join the tour.
• Images on this page are illustrative and the actual offer might differ.
• Not all dietary preferences may be accommodated.