Kotor Wine

Kotor’s wine culture is a reflection of Montenegro’s long-standing winemaking traditions, where small family producers and coastal vineyards craft wines that capture the essence of the region. While Kotor itself is not a wine-producing town, its wine bars and restaurants proudly serve local labels, providing visitors with a taste of Montenegro’s distinct terroir.

In Kotor, you’ll find native grape varieties like Vranac, a bold and earthy red, and Krstač, a light, floral white. These wines are often served by the glass in traditional konobas or available for purchase in boutique wine shops scattered throughout the Old Town. For those eager to explore more, wineries in the nearby Lake Skadar region are just a short trip away.

For a deeper dive into Montenegro’s vineyards, grape varieties, and wine regions beyond Kotor, visit our Montenegro Wine page.

Montenegro’s winemaking heritage is centered around indigenous grape varieties and small-scale production, with a focus on quality and tradition. The country’s flagship red grape, Vranac, is known for producing full-bodied, fruit-forward wines with soft tannins, while Krstač is a rare white variety that yields crisp, aromatic wines.

Most of Montenegro’s vineyards are located in the fertile areas around Lake Skadar, where family-run wineries combine age-old techniques with modern craftsmanship. From bold reds to refreshing whites and sweet dessert wines, Montenegro’s wine scene offers a diverse and authentic expression of its landscape and history.

After a day of walking the Old Town and taking in all the architectural attractions, you can sit back and relax with a glass of wine at one of the local wine bars.

Address: Stari Grad 265, Kotor, Montenegro

Ladovina Kitchen and Wine Bar offers traditional cuisine made with a modern and creative approach.

Address: 209 Njegoševa, Kotor 85330, Montenegro

Address: 483 Zanatska, Kotor, Montenegro

BUTIGA Wine & Deli offers carefully selected wines from Montenegrin boutique wineries to well-known regional wines and organic products and delicacies.

Address: Put Prvoborca, Kotor 85330, Montenegro

Address: Old Town 374, Kotor 85339, Montenegro

Address: Stari Grad 364, Kotor. Montenegro

The grocery stores in Kotor have a large selection of bottled wine. However, if you are looking for something special, the wine shop and some of the wine bars sell wines from boutique wineries by the bottle.

Savoir is a shop in Kotor's Old Town featuring a wide selection of regional wines, spirits, and old and new world cigars.

Address: CQGC+2PH, Kotor, Montenegro

There are no wineries in Kotor. However, several wineries are located approximately 1 1/2 hrs south of Kotor, where you can tour the vineyards and learn about the winemaking process.

Address: 7VPJ+2G7, Bečići, Montenegro

BUK Winery

Address: Bukovik, Crmnica Opština Bar, Bar 81305, Montenegro

Vinarija Mašanović

Address: Railway station, Virpazar 81305, Montenegro

Winery "Klisic Family"

Address: Limljani, Montenegro

Garnet

Address: Godinje village Virpazar, 81305, Montenegro

Lipovac

Address: Građani 81250, Montenegro

Winery Kopitovic

Address: Donji Brceli bb Donji Brceli, Virpazar 81305, Montenegro

Winery Djukanovic

Address: Mačuge bb, Mačuge, Montenegro

Zavjet Vinarija

Address: Gluhi Do, Virpazar 81305, Montenegro

Montenegro's wine industry is known for its warm hospitality. Wine tastings in Montenegro come with tastings of Montenegrin wine, rakija, and local cuisine like cured meats and cheeses. The locals are very kind and helpful, and they make the guests' experience unforgettable.

If you only have one day for a wine tour, we suggest visiting the suggested wineries in the following order:

• • Lipovac
  • Winery Kopitovic
  • BUK Winery
  • Winery Djukanovic

If you have a driver (and you definitely should), you could visit all four wineries on the list while spending approximately 3 hours in the car during a roundtrip from Kotor. Of course, how long the entire tour takes will depend on how long you spend at each winery. Regardless, it will be a long day of wine tasting, and a stop for lunch is strongly recommended!

NOTE: Some wineries in Montenegro require reservations for tastings and tours. We suggest you contact them ahead of time to make any necessary arrangements.

PRO TIP: If you're still capable of walking (and have a designated driver), you can visit two additional wineries while only driving 15 more minutes. The extended tour will add Winery Masanovic and Zavject Vinarija to the itinerary above.