Posestvo Saksida

Rating: 14.5
Author: Gault&Millau

Zalošče 12A, 5294 Nova Gorica, Slovenia

14.5/20
Chef's Restaurant

9 PHOTOS

Chef: Marko Bolčina
Cooking: Local | Modern
Style: Wine Bar

Gault&Millau's review 2026

The Saksida estate is not just a stop for the hungry and thirsty. It is an experience in which local cuisine is intertwined with the character of the wines that are made in their cellar. The author's cuisine stands on a solid foundation of local and seasonal. But the story doesn't stop there. The plates are thoughtful, aesthetically perfect, lively and full of flavor, which remains in the memory long after the last bite. Their interpretation of steak tartare impresses: top-quality, hand-sliced matured beef is extremely delicately seasoned, placed on white polenta with chamomile, complemented by crushed hazelnuts and refreshing lemon mayonnaise. The carrot confidently plays its part in three textures, glazed, pickled and mashed into a puree, in between are crispy breadcrumbs and cracklings. Pieces of boiled prosciutto and crispy piglet skin popcorn are added to the classic Vipava Valley joti, and garlic mousse rounds off the dish. The main action belongs to an impeccably roasted beef flank in a wine sauce, accompanied by smoked mashed potatoes and asparagus. A chocolate dessert with raspberry ice cream and fresh strawberries nicely concludes the experience, presenting the tradition of the Vipava Valley in the most elegant, modern guise.