The wine industry is one of the main branches of the economy of the Republic of Moldova, but also the one that brought fame to our country all over the world. Did you know that the Republic of Moldova is among the first countries in the world, after the largest historical wine heritage? For years, on the Moldavian lands, the vine was and is raised with toil and holiness, which is also due to the fame and authenticity of our wine. A lot of tourists from all over the world come to visit our country, to convince themselves that we are a hospitable people, and this can be noticed by visiting the wineries in Moldova, the number of which increases considerably every year.
If you are for the first time in the Republic of Moldova or you are a true wine lover, then in this article you will find wineries and places where you will be able to indulge in a wine that meets your expectations and traditional Moldovan dishes, such as you have never met before.
Chateau Vartely – one of the most popular wineries in Moldova, which turns the taste of Moldovan wine into real art. Located on a hill near Orhei, 45 kilometers from Chisinau, besides the fact that you can have a glass of good wine and enjoy the traditional dishes of the restaurant, you can rent a room where you can spend the night, the winery also has a hotel. Over 100,000 visitors, both from the country and abroad, have capitalized on the uniqueness and beauty of this place. The winery boasts a vast collection of wines, which have been awarded over 300 medals at prestigious international competitions.
“MIMI” Castle – one of the most modern and spectacular wineries in Moldova, located in Bulboaca, the winery has the largest barrel park in the country. “MIMI” Castle is a true treasure left for the Republic of Moldova by one of the most prolific winemakers of the 20th century – Constantin Mimi. Hundreds of guests from all over the world walk daily in this location to discover the history of the winery, the specifics of Moldovan wine, and traditional cuisine. The winery has been recognized worldwide for the quality of “MIMI” Castle wines, and in 2017 the sommelier no. 1 in Europe – Raidmonds, found that Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 2012, is the most admirable wine from the Republic of Moldova.
“MILEŞTII MICI” Winery– the winery that impresses with the largest underground wine gallery, of all Moldova’s wineries. Located just 20 km from Chisinau, the winery is visited daily by a large number of tourists. Who would have thought that once starting from an old stone mine, now the winery will have about 200 km of tunnels dug in the limestone, where more than 2 million bottles of wine are stored, she was also nominated in the category of the largest wine collection in the world.
Cricova Winery – an important underground complex of our country, valued all over the world, thanks to its huge labyrinths, carried out over a length of 120 km, and exceptional wines. The winery is visited annually by about 50,000 tourists, who also prefer to participate in events such as sparkling Party, must Fest, or Underland Wine Fest. Also called the underground city, Cricova Winery impresses not only with its remarkable wines but also with the production of sparkling wines, in accordance with the French classical technology – “method Champenoise”.
Purcari Winery – the oldest winery in Moldova and the only place in our country where the favorite wine of royal families is served. Located in the village of Purcari, here are the famous wines that bring us the fame of the country in Central and Eastern Europe Purcari brand is the leader in the top premium class wines in the Republic of Moldova, appreciated worldwide for the legendary ”Roșu de Purcari” and ”Negru de Purcari” wines.
ATU Winery – the first urban winery in the Republic of Moldova, located right in Chisinau. It is the place where artisan wine enthusiasts can enjoy a glass of authentic wine in limited editions. Every year, the winery is visited by tourists from all over the world, who appreciate the combination of wine and contemporary street art.
Asconi Winery – a successful winery in Moldova, with over 500 hectares of vines planted, here a wide range of red, and white wines is produced, but also dry rosé, dessert wines, and hard wines. Located in Puhoi village, Asconi Winery is the place where you can feel exactly like home, with the hospitality of the Moldovan people, quality wines, and the most delicious dishes from Moldovan gastronomy, which is why visitors prefer to come back again and again.
The authenticity and specificity of Moldovan wine are the ones that make us famous all over the world and show the interest of tourists to discover our country, culture, and traditions. Visiting our wineries and wineries in any corner of the country would not be, we are firmly convinced that you will be pleasantly surprised by the hospitality and warmth of the people who will welcome you, by the culture, the traditional style of winemaking and Moldovan gastronomy.