Winery Kopitović

In the southern part of Montenegro, within the Skadar Lake basin, lies the Crmnica region, long renowned for cultivating grapevines and producing red wine from indigenous varieties such as Vranac, Kratošija, and Lisica.

Not far from Skadar Lake, seven kilometers from Virpazar, is the village of Donji Brčeli, situated at an altitude of 300 meters. The location and infrastructure of the village are excellent, as it is 18 km from the sea, 21 km from Cetinje, and 36 km from Podgorica, connecting the continental and coastal regions. The village is known for many things: the Balšić dynasty built their endowments here, Bishop Danilo constructed his winter residence, the Petrović Monastery, in the 17th century, and in the 15th century, Jelena Balšić founded the monastery in Donji Brčeli, which includes the Church of St. Nicholas, where Emperor Šćepan Mali is buried.

The Kopitović family settled in Donji Brčeli in the 15th century and has been cultivating grapevines and producing red wines from indigenous varieties ever since. Their vineyards are ideally positioned at an optimal altitude, bathed in plenty of sunshine and planted in fertile soil.

The house features a 300-year-old cellar traditionally used for the production and storage of wine and brandy. This tradition continues today, complemented by the application of modern technological methods, ensuring the long-recognized quality of Crmnica wine remains unchanged. The wine is produced in limited quantities to maintain high quality.

The family home also includes an authentic-style tasting restaurant, where visitors can enjoy homemade wine and brandy alongside traditional local cuisine.

For all lovers of wine, brandy, traditional cuisine, and rural ambiance, this is the perfect choice.