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Villa Melnik’s New Medalist at Decanter 2026

True craftsmanship and dedication are recognized by one core quality – consistency. At Villa Melnik, we believe that every bottle should tell the story of our unique terroir, and the latest proof of this is our new champion. Our newest vintage of Melnik Family Tree 2023, has been awarded a prestigious bronze medal at the world’s largest and most influential wine competition – Decanter 2026 in London!
The Global Success of the Melnik Family Tree
Melnik Family Tree is the true emblem of our winery for a reason. It symbolizes our deep roots and our core mission – to revive, preserve, and promote indigenous Melnik grape varieties, showcasing to the world their immense potential for creating grand wines.
With this new Decanter medal, our flagship proves that exceptional quality is never an accident, marking a steady triumph year after year:
- 2021 Vintage: Brought home a Gold Medal from the Balkans International Wine Competition (BIWC).
- 2022 Vintage: Earned its rightful place among the prestigious DiVino Top 50 chart.
- 2023 Vintage: Won the recognition of the rigorous international jury at Decanter 2026.
Behind every single one of these wines stands the hard work, professionalism, and passion of our entire team. We send our warmest congratulations and gratitude to everyone at Villa Melnik – from the caring hands of our vine-growers in the fields to the mastery and precision of our winemakers in the cellar.

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We invite you to share in our pride and experience the distinct character of our new medalist yourself.
Order Melnik Family Tree here.