Janez Istenič (born 23 December 1940) is a Slovenian winemaker and former footballer.[1]

Early life

Istenič was born in 1940 in Ljubljana, Slovenia.[2] He was regarded as a Slovenia goalkeeper prospect.[3]

International career

Istenič represented Yugoslavia internationally at youth level.[4]

Post-playing career

Istenič has been regarded as the first producer of sparkling wine in Slovenia.[5]

Personal life

Istenič's father was a train driver.[6]

References

  1. "Kako je kralj Janez postao kralj Ivan". vino.hr.
  2. "Janez Istenič - Siol article".
  3. "Janez Istenič – nogometni vratar in vinarska legenda". dnevnik.si.
  4. "Janez Istenič - Slovenske Novice article".
  5. "Janez Istenič - Selo article".
  6. "Jan, iz Škofje Loke med zvezde poslan". slovenskenovice.si (Archived).


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