Građani: Winery Tour and Tasting at Winery Lipovac
Adriatic Coast, Montenegro, Montenegro
You will have an unforgettable tailor-made tour to the Lipovac winery, learn the history of Montenegrin winemaking and taste the best wines from the autochthonous grape varieties of Montenegro.
Lipovac Winery Tour and Wine Tasting near Skadar Lake
This guided tour visits Lipovac, Montenegro's largest private winery, suited for wine enthusiasts interested in traditional and modern winemaking.
Description
Lipovac Winery is located on the mountain slopes of the Skadar Lake reserve, with winemaking traditions dating back to the 3rd century BC. Archaeological finds of amphoraes and jugs confirm this long history. The tour covers the history of Montenegrin winemaking, tastings of local grape varieties, and views of the surrounding natural landscape.
The experience includes:
- Visit to Lipovac vineyards featuring autochthonous Montenegrin grape varieties amid mountain views and natural surroundings
- Tour of the technological hall with advanced bottling equipment
- Exploration of the entirely man-made cellar, 60 meters long and 10 meters deep, housing numerous French oak barrels (barriques and botties)
- Introduction to Georgian ancient clay qvevri, embedded in the ground; this ancient wine method is on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List since 2011
- Viewing Italian terracotta amphoraes, a tradition inherited from ancient Greeks and Romans
The wine tasting includes four distinct wines paired with specially prepared cold snacks:
- Lipovac Idea: Dry white Chardonnay, barrel-aged, light golden color, with floral and white peach notes
- Lipovac Harmonia: Dry rosé made from Vranac grapes, featuring raspberry and wild strawberry flavors
- Lipovac Concept: Dry red wine with ruby color, medium structure, and ripe fruit juiciness
- Lipovac Model: Premium dry red with garnet color, elegant structure, suitable for long-term aging, and pronounced fruit aromas
Tasting snacks include local prosciutto, Montenegrin cheese, and olives.
Includes
- Guided tour of vineyards and winery facilities
- Wine tasting of four wines with local snacks
- Access to the historic cellar featuring traditional storage methods
Important Information
- Wine and grappa can be purchased directly from the cellar
Booking and Cancellation
Cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. For best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable shoes for walking. The tour is recommended during daylight hours for optimal landscape views.
