Wine of Moldova
This is how the 19th edition of the Wine Opening took place, which took place at the Palace of the Republic on May 5.
This year the event brought together prominent personalities, celebrities, politicians, but also professionals from the world of wine. In a relaxed atmosphere, guests had the opportunity to enjoy their favorite wines, but also to discover this year’s new wines presented by our wineries.
It was a truly memorable event!
More than 1,500 visitors discovered Moldavian wine at the 19th edition of the “Wine Opening”, which took place this year under the title “Longing for spring wine”
The event hosted 66 wineries this year, and guests had the opportunity to taste 55 new seasonal wines and 350 white and rosé wines. At this edition, 1000 bottles of wine were sold and 1200 bottles were tasted
The Wine Vernissage was organized by the National Vine and Wine Office (ONVV), together with the strategic partner USAID Moldova, through the Rural Competitiveness and Resilience Project.
The most anticipated wine event of the year passed with flying colors and left a delicious aftertaste in our souls.
At the 19th edition of the Wine Opening we had select wines, beautiful people and truly memorable moments.
This year, 66 wineries participated in the Wine Opening and 55 new seasonal wines were presented. And to remind you how beautiful it was, we have prepared a selection of photos of the winemakers from this year’s edition.
Enjoy!
The 19th edition of the Wine Opening is already tomorrow, and we are eager to meet you in this space aligned with the signature of the elegant, fragrant and transparent wines that will be presented at the event!
To facilitate your journey into the world of spring wine within the Palace of the Republic, we have prepared a map of the areas with the location of the wine producers’ stands.
You still have time to get your tickets by visiting the link
https://iticket.md/en/event/vernisajul-vinului-dor-de-vin-primavaratic
See you there!
There are only four days left until the most anticipated event in the world of local wine – the Spring Wine Opening, and we are looking forward to seeing you there.
We are waiting for you with seasonal wines, newly launched and collection, in a warm atmosphere and soulful discussions. The producers have already prepared their luggage with quality wines, lots of enthusiasm and desire to share them with you!
Hurry to grab tickets from
https://iticket.md/en/event/vernisajul-vinului-dor-de-vin-primavaratic
The Spring Wine Opening is fast approaching, and we urge you to make sure you have a ticket to the beloved event of all wine lovers.
We are happy to share that 66 wineries will participate in this year’s edition. Moreover, you will be able to discover 55 new seasonal wines and taste organic wines from local varieties, from more than 20 wineries.
In total, more than 350 types of white and rosé wines will be presented at the event, fragrant, delicate and fresh, perfect to be enjoyed in the warm season.
Missing spring wine. We look forward to seeing you at the Vernissage to celebrate the quality and brilliance of local wines!
The event will take place on May 5, at 17:00, at the Palace of the Republic (Maria Cebotari str. 16) in Chisinau.
You can purchase tickets on
https://iticket.md/en/event/vernisajul-vinului-dor-de-vin-primavaratic
The bright period of the Easter holidays is approaching, and we, the Wine of Moldova team, want to congratulate you and wish you an Easter full of hope, harmony and peace, which will bring you joy and well-being!
Nothing is more precious than spending these special moments with loved ones, family and friends!
May these holidays be filled with the aroma of pastries and fresh bread, taste traditional dishes and clink glasses with selected wines in a warm and loving atmosphere.
A blessed Easter!
Great news for Wine of Moldova!
The Wine Travel Awards team has announced that Moldova’s National Wine Day has been selected as one of the Winners of the public vote in the “Magnet of the region” category with the result of 714 votes.
The WTA winners will be announced in May on the official website and will be awarded at the WTA Ceremony on May 17, 2023, between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM, at the London Wine Fair!
We are glad that the efforts of the National Vine and Wine Office team and the support of the loyal public have yielded results.
Winemakers from Moldova met in the sixth edition of the National Conference of the Viticulture Chain, organized on March 31 by the National Office of Vine and Wine, with the support of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry and USAID as a strategic development partner, for to discuss the challenges and results of the “Year of Wine 2022”.
This year’s edition of the Conference is marked by the 10-year jubilee of the country brand Vinul Moldovei, the conference presented perspectives and sustainability assessments for the 2022 wine year.
During the event, the winemakers referred in particular to the challenges faced by the Moldovan wine sector in the context of the crisis caused by the war in the region, but also to the new global sustainability trends in terms of the wine sector and the necessary actions to be undertaken for to increase the visibility of Moldovan Wine on the international market.
According to the information presented by ONVV, the 2022 harvest was generous, and the volume of wine produced increased by 12% compared to the previous year, reaching a total amount of 19 million decalitres, including raw material for distillates. It also increased the amount of grapes processed by about 13%, reaching 280 thousand tons of grapes, with an average wine grape harvest of about 5.5 tons/grape, varying between 4.0-14.5 tons/ Ha.
At the same time, ONVV found that in 2022 wine exports (bulk wine and bottled wine) decreased by 14% compared to the previous year, reaching 10.4 million decaliters, the lowest volume recorded in the last 10 years. The value of wine exports decreased by 9%, reaching 2,790 billion Moldovan lei.
© John Kerry
US Secretary of State
Moldova’s wine country brand “Wine of Moldova” was launched in December 2013, in the presence of the then US Secretary of State, John Kerry, as a result of a structural industry reform and a new public-private partnership for country marketing programs. After 10 years from its launch, Wine of Moldova celebrates its successes, awards, international appreciation and the new wines produced for wine lovers around the world.
This year, Wine of Moldova unveils its strategic visions for the future at ProWein, the world’s most prestigious wine exhibition, in Düsseldorf, Germany.