Wine roads

Learn about the tradition of growing autochthonous wine varieties on wine routes

Can you imagine the love that went into passing down the tradition of growing Vranac, Kratošija, Krstač, Žižko, and other endemic grapevine varieties? The local winemakers’ love and commitment to their craft can be tasted in every sip. How many generations have carried on this custom? You will find answers if you visit the local wineries.

In addition to its native wines, you can find a wide assortment of international wine varieties in Montenegro, so you can find good wines from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Marselan, Malvasia, and others in wineries.

Stunning contrasts of flavours from the north and south of Montenegro

We recommend pairing the wines of the south with veal and lamb from Montenegro's north. Is there a better way to appreciate the stark beauty of Montenegro's contrasting aspects? The most delicious delicacies from national cuisine, including Njeguški pršut, wide cheese selections, and fish specialties are paired with local wines by friendly hosts in Montenegrin wineries.

Wine adventure in VRANAC's homeland

Explore the LAND OF VRANAC, Montenegrin indigenous grape variety, on a wine adventure. Taste Vranac from the Podgorica subregion; Crmnica, known as the Cradle of Vranac, and then Ulcinj, with the scent of the sea entwining with the sharp flavours of the crimson wine in your glass. Try the sweet Doljan's Vranac variety in Katunska and Rijeka Nahija, as well as the one from Piper's Stone. Each is unique in its own way, and they all posses a powerful and robust flavour.

We take you on intricately planned "Wine Roads"

If you want to visit wineries, learn about their history, taste wines, pick grapes, and stroll through vineyards while observing workers tend to them, grab yourself a tourist map of wine tours and plan your journey down the "Wine Roads." 

Feel transported back in time by the austere architecture of authentic stone houses located along numerous marked hiking and cycling trails. At the end of the tour, don’t forget to pick up the best souvenir you can take from Montenegro: a bottle of red Vranac. After all, Vranac wine is a Montenegrin national brand and treasure.