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Serbian Sparkling Wines: A Producer Guide & Weekend Itinerary

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Serbian Sparkling Wines: A Producer Guide & Weekend Itinerary

Why Serbian bubbles deserve a spot in your ice bucket 🥂


A decade ago only a handful of Serbian wineries owned riddling racks; today 100‑plus labels bubble away—from long‑aged brut nature to fragrant pet‑nat made with local varieties. Awards at Decanter, CSWWC and the Balkan Wine Trophy confirm that Serbia is more than “the next big thing”—it’s already here.



Where the fizz comes from


  1. Šumadija / Oplenac
    • Limestone hills, cool nights
    • Style snapshot: elegant, mineral Brut

  1. Fruška Gora (Srem)
    • Ancient seabed, loess & marl
    • Style snapshot: creamy texture, citrus line

  1. Subotica‑Horgoš / Lake Palić
    • Sandy terrace by the Hungarian border
    • Style snapshot: salty, extra‑brut refreshment

  1. South Morava (Vranje–Leskovac)
    • Warm south, steady winds
    • Style snapshot: zero‑dosage from Tamjanika & Smederevka


Meet the producers


  • Podrum Aleksandrović
    • Flagship: Trijumf Chardonnay Brut / Trijumf Noir (40 months sur lies)
    • Grapes: 100 % Chardonnay or Pinot Noir

  • Kovačević
    • Flagship: Kovačević Brut (6 years on lees)
    • Grapes: 85 % Chardonnay, 15 % Rhine Riesling

  • Temet
    • Flagship: Tri Morave Sparkling (9 months sur lies)
    • Grapes: 100 % Tamjanika

  • Deurić
    • Flagship: Princeps Brut Nature & Celeste (24–30 months)
    • Grapes: Chardonnay / Pinot Noir

  • Zvonko Bogdan
    • Flagship: Éclater Extra Brut (30 months on lees)
    • Grapes: Chardonnay

  • Aleksić
    • Flagship: Biser Smederevka Brut Nature (24 months, zero dosage)
    • Grapes: 100 % Smederevka

  • Šapat
    • Flagship: Blanc de Blancs (18 months)
    • Grapes: Chardonnay
    • Visit:

  • Jeremić
    • Flagship: Riviera Brut (small lots)
    • Grapes: Chardonnay & Pinot Noir

Tip: Always book tastings in advance—especially on summer weekends.



Trends worth watching in 2025


  1. Brut Nature takes over – low‑dosage cuvées highlight natural acidity.
  2. Extended lees ageing – 60‑month releases from Aleksandrović & Kovačević raise the bar.
  3. Local grapes in the spotlight – Tamjanika, Smederevka and Grašac now sparkle alongside Chardonnay.


2 options itinerary for bubble lovers


Option 1 — Šumadija & Fruška Gora


  • Morning: Royal St George Church & mausoleum at Oplenac.
  • Lunch & flight: Podrum Aleksandrović.
  • Afternoon: Drive 1 h 20 min north to Kovačević for a cellar tour.
  • Sunset: Terrace tasting at Deurić overlooking the Danube.

Option 2 — Lake Palić & the South


  • Early swim at Lake Palić; Art‑Deco winery visit at Zvonko Bogdan.
  • Drive south (≈3 h) to Vranje’s Aleksić for a Biser magnum and a plate of local urda cheese.


Pairing cheat‑sheet

  • Chardonnay Brut ➜ briny oysters or goat cheese from Homolje
  • Rosé Brut (Pinot Noir) ➜ flaky gibanica topped with fresh raspberries
  • Tamjanika Extra Brut ➜ lime‑zesty tabbouleh or herb phali
  • Smederevka Zero‑Dosage ➜ char‑grilled ajvar & smoky Srem sausages



Serbian sparkling is no longer a curiosity: in one weekend you can taste everything from Champagne‑style Blanc de Blancs to aromatic Tamjanika fizz. Pack a cooler, plot your route, and make room in your suitcase—those Balkan bubbles will be hard to leave behind.

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