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The wine routes of Serbia – The Negotin Valley [Map of the wine route]

The wine routes of Serbia – The Negotin Valley [Map of the wine route]

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Eventually, they found them in the Negotin Valley, and that is how superb wines made from Negotin grapes first appeared in the great capitals of Europe, as well as on the map of the winemaking world.

At the end of the 19th century, French vineyards were devastated by phylloxera, a type of vine pest. It destroyed some of the best-known wine regions in the world, so the French oenologists started frantically searching for grape varieties similar to the destroyed ones in order to weather the crisis. Eventually, they found them in the Negotin Valley, and that is how superb wines made from Negotin grapes first appeared in the great capitals of Europe, as well as on the map of the winemaking world.

More than a century later, this hidden gem is still there waiting to be found! Step into the world of wine magic as you explore Pimnice, the old stone cellars carved into the slopes of the hills above the town of Negotin. Imagine the whispers of the centuries-old stories told by their walls, inviting you to enjoy the secrets of winemaking heritage.

In the nearby village of Rogljevo, you’ll find yourself in a veritable vault of traditions that fuse old knowledge with contemporary wine culture. Step into the rustic cellars and experience the earthy smell of aged wine and the echoes of clinking glasses.

At Rajac, time stands still, its spectacular landscape dotted with over 270 charming wine cellars – the famous Rajačke Pimnice. The perfect rows of white stone buildings, each with its own unique appeal and architectural value, entice visitors to wander through this enchanting maze. They are not just beautiful buildings – cellars are the gates into the world of tradition and ancient winemaking skills. In the nearby village of Rogljevo, you’ll find yourself in a veritable vault of traditions that fuse old knowledge with contemporary wine culture. Step into the rustic cellars and experience the earthy smell of aged wine and the echoes of clinking glasses.

These “places where wine lives”, as the locals call them, are sure to sweep over your senses and take you on a wine odyssey that you will not forget. Enjoy the various native varieties of this region, like Bagrina, Smederevka, White and Black Tamjanika, Začinka and Prokupac, or taste the local Riesling, Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Semillon, Cabernet Sauvignon, Blaufränkisch, Pinot Noir and Vranac. Pair these extraordinary wines with local specialities like Miroč cheese, maize porridge, grape leaf sarma, goulash, peppers stuffed with zucchini, refried beans, or traditional walnut or vanilla cookies. Or, you can try the freshly caught river fish on the banks of the Danube.

Pair these extraordinary wines with local specialities like Miroč cheese, maize porridge, grape leaf sarma, goulash, peppers stuffed with zucchini, refried beans, or traditional walnut or vanilla cookies. Or, you can try the freshly caught river fish on the banks of the Danube.

Pack up your curiosity and get ready for a journey filled with new discoveries

Pack up your curiosity and get ready for a journey filled with new discoveries, a fusion of flavours, and a whirlwind of experiences to intrigue your senses long after the last sip.

Time to delve into the very soul of Serbian winemaking!