A Taste of T’ga za Jug: Macedonia’s Wine Legacy
“T’ga za Jug” is a masterpiece crafted by the Tikvesh winery, nestled in Kavadarci, a city at the heart of Macedonia’s vineyard-rich landscape.
Macedonia, a land renowned for its sunny days, rich tradition, and fertile soil, is a haven for wine enthusiasts. A must-taste for every wine lover is the unique wine “T’ga za Jug” (“Longing for the South”), named after the poem by the macedonian poet Konstantin Miladinov, in which in 1860 he expressed his nostalgia for his homeland during his long stay in the cold Russia.
“T’ga za Jug” is a masterpiece crafted by the Tikvesh winery, nestled in Kavadarci, a city at the heart of Macedonia’s vineyard-rich landscape. This semi-dry red wine, made from the Vranec grape variety, boasts a deep, dark-red hue. Vranec translates as strong, black and powerful stallion. The word Vran also means raven, coloured or black, which is why this red wine is more colloquially known as black wine.
Its aroma unfolds a symphony of red fruits, while the palate is offered a taste of black currants, strawberries, capers, and dried grapes. This wine, with its full body and a lingering, sweet flavor, is the epitome of elegance. It pairs beautifully with red meats, quary, or full-fat cheeses.
The Tikvesh winery, established in 1885, is the oldest and largest winery in South-East Europe. Since its acquisition by the M6 Investment group in 2003, the winery has invested heavily in cutting-edge technology, significantly enhancing its production process. Tikvesh is at the forefront of innovation, creating new flavors to cater to the evolving tastes of modern consumers. Each “invention” is a harmonious blend of local and international grape varieties, reflecting the winery’s commitment to preserving traditional wine-making traditions while embracing global wine experiences. Philippe Cambie, the winery’s maestro, was hailed as the world’s best wine consultant in 2010 by the esteemed “Wine Advocate”, Robert Parker.
Other popular wines from this winery include Alexandria (red, white and sparkling Couve), Vranec, Vitač, as well as the prestigious brands Barovo, Belа Voda, Vršnik, Babuna…
