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On the evolution of Serbia’s wine scene
This is the text of a presentation I gave at the 2023 Food Talk Conference in Belgrade on the evolution of the wine scene in Serbia, in particular the role of native varieties such as Prokupac and Tamjanika.
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On the rise and rise of Prokupac, Serbia’s signature grape
This year’s Prokupac Day once again showcased the philosophies and approaches that are driving Serbia’s signature indigenous variety to unprecedented levels of refinement and finesse. By Ian Bancroft Each year Prokupac Day, celebrated on 14th October, reinforces the sense of excitement about the grape and its potential. Gatherings spark intense... Continue reading
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A postcard from Župa
This year was the fifth anniversary of Prokupac Day – celebrated on October 14th – which is the brainchild of Igor Luković (editor of Vino and Fino) and Tomislav Ivanovic (founder of vinopedia.rs). At its inception, there were fourteen wines to taste. Today there are roughly fifty. Under the tagline,... Continue reading
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Vino Budimir’s 2007 Sub Rosa awarded 91 points by eRobertParker.com
Vino Budimir’s 2007 Sub Rosa – “By far the most impressive of this group, it is tightly wound, powerful and intense, with fine fruit and tension on the finish. A touch rustic on opening, it comes around well.” by
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Vinarija Ivanović Prokupac (2011) – 91 points
Vinarija Ivanović Prokupac (2011) – “Intense nose of plums and blackcurrant…black cherry and red fruit on the palate…satin texture with well-integrated tannins.” by
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Serbia’s wine regions – Župa
In addition to several international grape varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc, Semillion, and Italian Riesling, local producers in Župa like Budimir, Minić, Ivanović, Spasić, and Botunjac also grow autochthonous White Tamjanika and Prokupac. by
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Vinarija Ivanović – “under the sky” of Župa
“Of all autochthonous red varieties in the Balkans, Prokupac has quite possibly the biggest potential to give very noble wines.” by
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‘Sub Rosa’ – Vino Budimir from Župa, Serbia
Vino Budimir’s top wine is ‘Sub Rosa’, “a cuvee of Prokupac (60%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (40%)…dancing on the palate…[with] a whole spectrum of further notes – coffee, chocolate, violets, cherry.” by
