Master class
Moldova’s Winemaking Heritage with Vinum Estate

This master class is exclusively for HoReCa professionals. Please register your interest at: editorial@divino.bg

Moldova is one of the oldest wine regions in the world, with traditions stretching back millennia. Thanks to its favorable climate, diverse soils, and unique geographical location, the country produces wines with a well-defined character and identity.

Among the most iconic indigenous varieties are Fetească Regală, Fetească Neagră, and Rară Neagră, which shape the identity of modern Moldovan wine. They are complemented by international varieties, resulting in balanced and memorable wines.

This master class will present the philosophy of the VINUM Estate Winery and the evolution of Moldovan wines in a modern context. Participants will explore the unique characteristics of local grape varieties, the stylistic profile of the wines, and the synergy between nature, tradition, and contemporary winemaking, through a selection of wines reflecting the Moldovan terroir and the winery’s signature blends.

Tasting selection:
SPUMANT VIU, Fetească Regală 2025 – live sparkling wine, Ancestral Method
Fetească Regală 2025, VINUM Еstate, dry white wine
3SONS, VINUM Еstate, blend Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Saperavi 2021, dry red wine
Rară Neagră 2021, SELECTION Vladlen Uzhakov, dry red wine
Fetească Neagră 2021, SELECTION Vladlen Uzhakov, dry red wine

Join us to discover more about winemaking in Moldova and the unique characteristics of local wines.

April 24 (Friday) from 2:00 p.m.

This master class is exclusively for HoReCa professionals. Please register your interest at: editorial@divino.bg.

IMPORTANT: To attend the master class, a valid exhibition ticket is also required.

Vladlen Uzhakov is the owner and enologist of Vinum Estate Winery. He comes from a family with long-standing traditions in Moldovan winemaking, dating back to the 19th century. In 1806, his ancestors migrated from Northeastern Bulgaria to Southern Bessarabia, where they planted their first vineyards and shortly after, the family estate became a reality. Nine generations later, thanks to his passion and years of experience, the Moldovan wines of VINUM Estate have become increasingly popular with the public.

Born in Moldova and graduated as an economist from Sofia, and also completed a higher education in oenology, wine tourism and viticulture in Moldova. Prior to focusing on his own wine production, he worked as a consultant, helping to establish and design wineries. During this period, he gained extensive practical experience in technical winemaking and winery management. In 2015, he revived the family legacy under the name VINUM Estate, marking the beginning of its modern era. In the following years, he began planting estate vineyards to ensure total quality control over the grapes. The winery’s portfolio features a signature line named after him – SELECTION Vladlen Uzhakov.