The winery
Chateau Kamnik
Boutique winery located in the Vardar River valley, in the Skopje wine district (Republic of North Macedonia), known for a modern, experimental approach and for showcasing local varieties such as Vranec and Temjanika.
- Distretto vinicolo di Skopje · Repubblica di Macedonia del Nord
- Since 2004
- 1 product
The story
Founded in 2004 as a private project by passionate winegrowers, Kamnik quickly grew, transforming vineyards on the hills around Skopje into a state-of-the-art production facility. The first harvest and bottles reached the market in the late 2000s; over time the winery has expanded its production capacity and earned recognition at international competitions.
Production philosophy
Combines local tradition with contemporary methods: the goal is to pursue quality and perfection through attentive vineyard care, clonal selection and controlled winemaking, balancing natural approaches with winemaking technologies.
Terroir and vineyards
The estate is located in the Vardar River Valley, in the Skopje wine district. The vineyards stretch across south-facing hills at around 300 m above sea level, with a favorable microclimate that moderates summer temperature swings.
Awards and recognition
It has received international awards and recognitions, including medals at the Decanter World Wine Awards, accolades at Vinitaly, and other international competitions.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Syrah
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Cabernet Franc
- Merlot
- Vranec
- Arinarnoa
- Pinot Noir
- Carmenère
- Sangiovese
- Montepulciano
- Chardonnay
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Pinot Grigio
- Gewürztraminer
- Moscato Giallo
- Temjanika (Muscat Petit Grain)
- Viognier
- Greco di Tufo (sperimentale)
- Hectares
- 17.0
What makes it distinctive
- Winery founded in 2004 with vineyards in the Skopje area.
- Vineyards on south-facing hills
- Cultivation of native varieties such as Vranec and Temjanika alongside international varieties.
- Production of both still and sparkling wines and late-harvest wines.
- Recognition at international competitions and presence in export markets