{"id":23263,"date":"2021-05-28T02:23:54","date_gmt":"2021-05-28T02:23:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www2.visitmalta.com\/a\/wines-and-vineyards\/"},"modified":"2021-05-28T02:23:54","modified_gmt":"2021-05-28T02:23:54","slug":"wines-and-vineyards","status":"publish","type":"a","link":"https:\/\/www.visitmalta.com\/en\/a\/wines-and-vineyards\/","title":{"rendered":"Wines & Vineyards"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Wines & Vineyards<\/h2>\n
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No Mediterranean meal is complete without a robust red<\/strong> or chilled, crisp white<\/strong> wine as accompaniment. And there is nothing better to accompany local Maltese dishes than a wine produced on the Islands. <\/p>\n

\"Malta'sMalta may not be renowned like its larger Mediterranean neighbours for wine production, but Maltese vintages<\/strong> are more than holding their own at international competition, winning several accolades in France, Italy and further afield. <\/p>\n

International grape varieties grown here include Cabernet Sauvignon<\/strong>, Merlot<\/strong>, Syrah<\/strong>, Grenache<\/strong>, Sauvignon Blanc<\/strong>, Chardonnay<\/strong>, Carignan<\/strong>, Chenin Blanc <\/strong>and Moscato<\/strong>. Then there are the indigenous varieties, Gellewza<\/strong> and Ghirghentina<\/strong>, which are producing some excellent wines of distinct body and flavour. <\/p>\n

Grapes grown in Malta’s hot and humid climate ripen much quicker than their counterparts further north. Wineries<\/strong> are careful to grow varieties suited to the distinct limestone terroir. Soil samples are sent to leading European experts to assess which varieties will thrive here.<\/p>\n

The efforts of the past couple of decades are reaping rewards for the local wine industry. Several local wines are found on UK supermarket shelves and deservedly so. Northern European markets are just beginning to discover the secret of Maltese wines. <\/p>\n

If wine is your hobby, passion or favourite accompaniment to a sociable meal, the Maltese Islands have plenty to offer.<\/p>\n

Tours and Tasting<\/strong><\/p>\n

The main wineries organise guided tours and tastings. Depending on the season, tours cover the entire production from the initial fermentation through to the ageing process. They also include wine history museums and opportunities to taste and buy a variety of vintages. Wine-tasting and vineyard tours are also organised by specialised local agents such as Merill Eco Tours<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Emmanuel <\/div>\n
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Emmanuel Delicata Winemaker<\/a><\/h3>\n

Paola, PLA 2143, Malta <\/small> <\/p>\n

Visitors are welcome at the Delicata cellars where tutored tastings of their Maltese wines are carried out between November and May. <\/p>\n

\t Tel: <\/strong> +356 21825199, +356 79825199<\/span> <\/div>\n
\t Email: <\/strong> info@delicata.com<\/a><\/span> <\/div>\n

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\"Mar <\/div>\n
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Mar Casar La Maison Du Vin Naturel Winery<\/a><\/h3>\n

Triq San Lawrenz tal-Gholja, Si\u0121\u0121iewi, Malta <\/small> <\/p>\n

Mar Casar produces premium quality natural vegan and gluten free wines fermented using Methode QVEVRI. Grapes are grown under holistic permaculture, pesticide, herbicide and systemic chemicals free. <\/p>\n

\t Tel: <\/strong> +356 99451332<\/span> <\/div>\n
\t Email: <\/strong> marcasarqvevri@gmail.com<\/a><\/span> <\/div>\n

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Markus Divinus<\/a><\/h3>\n

Sqaq Ta’ \u017ba\u0121\u0127frana, \u0126ad-Dingli, Malta <\/small> <\/p>\n

Markus Divinus focuses on creating wines that reflect the true characteristics of the grape varietal and the agricultural heritage of the Maltese Islands. <\/p>\n

\t Tel: <\/strong> +356 9944 8097<\/span> <\/div>\n
\t Email: <\/strong> info@markusdivinus.com<\/a><\/span> <\/div>\n

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\"Marnisi <\/div>\n
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Marnisi Estate<\/a><\/h3>\n

Marsaxlokk, Malta <\/small> <\/p>\n

Planted in 1994 in Marsaxlokk, the Marnisi Estate was the first in the series of Marsovin-owned Estates specifically intended for the production of premium quality wines. <\/p>\n

\t Tel: <\/strong> +356 21824918<\/span> <\/div>\n
\t Email: <\/strong> info@marsovinwinery.com<\/a><\/span> <\/div>\n

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\"Marsovin <\/div>\n
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Marsovin Cellars<\/a><\/h3>\n

Wills Street, Paola, PLA 2234, Malta <\/small> <\/p>\n

A visit to Marsovin Cellars is an ideal opportunity to discover the true Culture of Maltese Wine. <\/p>\n

\t Tel: <\/strong> +356 23662445, +356 79231919<\/span> <\/div>\n
\t Email: <\/strong> cellars@marsovin.com.mt<\/a><\/span> <\/div>\n

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\"Marsovin <\/div>\n
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Marsovin Ramla Valley Estate<\/a><\/h3>\n

Ramla Valley, Triq Ta’ Ghajin Hosna Xag\u0127ra, Gozo <\/small> <\/p>\n

Marsovin Ramla Valley Estate <\/p>\n

\t Tel: <\/strong> (356) 2182 4918<\/span> <\/div>\n
\t Email: <\/strong> info@marsovinwinery.com<\/a><\/span> <\/div>\n

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\"Meridiana <\/div>\n
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Meridiana Wine Estate<\/a><\/h3>\n

Ta’ Qali, limits of \u0126’Attard, ATD 4000, Malta <\/small> <\/p>\n

The Meridiana Vineyard is located in central Malta and covers an area of 47 acres. Meridiana’s Wine Cellars are constructed in local architectural traditions, located four metres below ground level. <\/p>\n

\t Tel: <\/strong> +356 21413550<\/span> <\/div>\n
\t Email: <\/strong> info@meridiana.com.mt<\/a><\/span> <\/div>\n

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San Niklaw<\/a><\/h3>\n

17 San Niklaw Triq Xrob Il-Ghagin \u017bejtun, Malta <\/small> <\/p>\n

The philosophy at San Niklaw Estate is to produce hand crafted estate grown wines of premium quality while reflecting the local terroir. <\/p>\n

\t Tel: <\/strong> +356 7964 5529<\/span> <\/div>\n
\t Email: <\/strong> info@sanniklaw.com<\/a><\/span> <\/div>\n

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