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Privacy policyRomania has a growing wine and restaurant scene, with Bucharest naturally offering the widest choice of Champagne, wine bars and more upscale restaurants. But there’s plenty to explore beyond the capital too, particularly if you’re interested in Romanian wine.
The country has a long winemaking history and a surprisingly diverse range of local grapes. You’ll find everything from crisp whites to rich reds and Romanian sparkling wines, with regions such as Dealu Mare, Transylvania and Moldova worth knowing about. If you normally reach for Champagne, trying a local sparkling wine while travelling here is a fun way to see what Romania has to offer.
Romanian wine country can be a great addition to a trip, especially if you have time to get outside Bucharest. And when it comes to food, Champagne has plenty of options – fresh cheeses, smoked fish, seafood and lighter appetisers all work well with bubbles.
Check the Champagne Hunters map before you go, and if you find a place that’s already listed, comment and share your experience. If you discover somewhere missing, add your find to the map yourself – especially if you find a good Champagne-by-the-glass option.
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Add a spotStart with Bucharest, where you’ll find the widest selection of wine bars, restaurants and hotels. In other cities, check the Champagne Hunters map before heading out.
Yes. Romania has a long winemaking history and a surprisingly diverse wine industry, so it’s worth exploring local bottles alongside the international wines you already know.
Look for Romanian sparkling wines made using the traditional method, particularly from established wine regions such as Dealu Mare. Local producers work with both international and native grape varieties, so there’s plenty to discover.
Try fresh cheeses, smoked fish, seafood and lighter appetisers. Champagne can also work nicely with some of Romania’s richer and saltier traditional foods.
Try Romanian white and red wines, particularly wines made from local grapes such as Fetească Albă, Fetească Regală and Fetească Neagră. They’re a good way to discover something genuinely connected to the country.
Explore Bucharest’s historic centre, Transylvania’s towns and castles, the Carpathian Mountains and Romania’s wine regions. If you have the time, getting outside the capital gives you a much better feel for the country.
Definitely. Romania offers a mix of interesting cities, beautiful landscapes, excellent food and a wine culture that deserves more attention. It’s particularly fun if you enjoy discovering wine regions that aren’t yet on everyone’s radar.
