The Balkans
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DWWA judge profile: Serdar BalkayaWine consultant and buyer with decades of experience in UK wine trade specialising in fine wines. Based in the UK.
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DWWA judge profile: Robert GorjakLeading figure in Slovenian wine industry, educator & owner of Belvin Wine School. Based in Slovenia.
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Wine Vision by Open Balkan 2026Sponsor Content Created With Wine Vision by Open Balkan
Sponsored Content Returning to Belgrade this October...
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Serbia: Putting the wines of the Balkans, Central and Eastern Europe back on the mapSponsor Content Created With Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia
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The mystery of the golden grape variety at the heart of EuropeA grape of many names and guises...
By Caroline Gilby MW Published
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Grape escapes – off the beaten track in DalmatiaA trip down the coast...
By Beth Willard Published
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Dalmatia: Where to enjoy the stillness of fjakaSponsor Content Created With Vino Dalmacije
Sponsored Content When Dalmatia slows down in the early afternoon, here are some perfect places to enjoy a little dreaminess.
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Dalmatia: The crimson coastSponsor Content Created With Vino Dalmacije
Sponsored Content Sun-kissed by the shores of the Adriatic, Dalmatia’s vineyards are home to bold and inviting red wines with plenty of potential.
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North Adriatic: Wine without bordersAt the meeting point of nations, nature directs which vines grow where...
By Miquel Hudin Published
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Monemvasia Winery – Tsimbidi: Bringing an ancient wine into the modern ageSponsor Content Created With Monemvasia Winery
Sponsored Content Breathing fresh life into ancient Greek varieties...
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Marenda – A Dalmatian ritualSponsor Content Created With Vino Dalmacije
Sponsored Content What started as a work break has become a well-observed tradition in Dalmatia – one that pairs perfectly with local wine.
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Pomalo: Dalmatia's answer to hustle cultureSponsor Content Created With Vino Dalmacije
Sponsored Content A state of mind in Dalmatia, pomalo, which roughly translates as ‘take it easy’, sets the pace of life in this scenic region of Croatia.
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DWWA judge profile: Zvonko HercegWSET educator and international wine marketing consultant. Based in Macedonia.
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Younger generations: Familia Deicas and Vinarija KozlovićNew blood in Uruguay and Croatia...
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Andrew Jefford: ‘I wandered towards the cobalt Adriatic inlet next to the vineyards and looked back…’'If you love difference, it's here...'
By Andrew Jefford Last updated
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Historic Santorini vineyards struggle against climate change and tourismWater into wine no more...
By Lauren Mowery Published
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DWWA judge profile: Igor LukovićExperienced wine critic, writer and journalist, editor-in-chief of Vino & Fino magazine. Based in Serbia.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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The wines of the BalkansSponsored Content Albania, North Macedonia and Serbia offer characterful local grapes, a rich diversity of terroirs and a vibrant winemaking scene.
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Discover Kvarner: Croatia’s hidden gem for wine and food enthusiastsCome out to the coast, we'll have a few laughs...
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DWWA Regional Chair for the Balkans, Central & Eastern Europe, and Croatia & Slovenia: Dr Wojciech Bońkowski MWWojciech Bońkowski is a wine writer, writing articles, blogs and books as well as being President of the Polish Wine Trade Association.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA Regional Chair for Balkans, Central & Eastern Europe, and Caucasus Region: Simon J WoolfSimon J Woolf is an award-winning English author and wine writer, currently based in The Netherlands.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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30 years of Vinistra: Where to now?Sponsor Content Created With Vinistra
Sponsored Content Building on three decades of the Istrian wine producers’ association...
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Istria’s hall of fameSponsor Content Created With Vinistra
Sponsored Content Top Istrian wines from the Decanter World Wine Awards...
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Understanding Istria’s soilsSponsor Content Created With Vinistra
Sponsored Content Exploring how the region’s different soils shape the diversity of its wines...
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Decanter Winners’ Showcase 2025Sponsor Content Created With Vinistra
Sponsored Content A celebration of Croatia’s award-winning wines hosted by Vinistra...
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Istria: Identity you can tasteSponsor Content Created With Vinistra
Sponsored Content Wines with a distinctive identity, founded on a rich history, culture and terroir...
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Where to go in Naxos: A wine lover’s guideWhere to eat and drink...
By Amy Wislocki Last updated
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Herzegovina: A wine lover’s guideTristian Rutherford acts as guide to this lesser-known Balkan wine region...
By Tristan Rutherford Last updated
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Aegean island whites: Panel tasting resultsSizzling indigenous whites...
By Lenka Sedlackova MW Last updated
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Celebrating Serbian excellenceSponsor Content Created With Wine Vision by Open Balkan
Discover award-winning Serbian wines from DWWA 2025...
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DWWA 2025 Winners Showcase by VinistraDiscover the wines at this year's DWWA Showcase organised by Vinistra...
By Loukia Xinari Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Dilyan KolevHospitality and wine industry professional specializing in wines from Central and Eastern Europe. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated