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Situated in Eastern Europe, Ukraine is a large country not only in size but also in terms of its potential for high-quality winemaking. Boasting thousands of years of history, Ukrainian winemaking has seen its share of both great achievements and extremely challenging times.
Building upon more than 2600
years of oenological history, Utiel-Requena has embarked on a journey of innovations and renewal, driven by a deep appreciations of its traditions
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Now, thanks to the dedication of winemakers, enthusiasts and philanthropists, Ukraine is sharing its rich history, dynamic modern scene and promising future with wine lovers worldwide.
Exciting new research is deepening producers’ understanding and appreciation of their precious viticultural inheritance: the properties of specific parcels,
the effects of climate change on the terroir, and the character of their local varieties. Each year, new generations of winemakers are taking up the challenge of finding ways to work with the changing climate and of crafting a sustainable future for the industry.
UKRAINE
Key regions, local varieties & the people behind the wines
Local white: Telti-Kuruk, Sukholimanskyi,
Citron Magaracha, Kokur, Bakator
Local red: Odesa Black, Kefesia, Ekim Kara
International white: Aligoté, Chardonnay, Rkatsiteli, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc,
Riesling, Traminer
International red: Cabernet Sauvignon,
Merlot, Pinot Noir, Saperavi
Key wine styles produced: Red wines in the warmer southern regions on the Black Sea coast; sparkling and white wines in cooler-climate zones further north and inland
Most planted grape
varieties in Ukraine
In Partnership with Beykush Winery, Big Wines (Vinos de La Luz) and SHABO
Map credit: Maggie Nelson