News 2026

The XXIII edition of VINARIUM International Wine Contest takes place in Ploiești & Dealu Mare, between May 28–31, 2026. Organized under the patronage of OIV  (International Organization of Vine and Wine) and VINOFED(International Federation of Major Wine Competitions), with the activity endorsed by  UIOE(International Union of Oenologists) and with FIJEV(International Federation of Wine Journalists and Writers) as Partner, VINARIUM remains the largest event of its kind in the region.

VINARIUM consolidates its international status and continues the development of related projects

VINARIUM announces the consolidation of its international status by the endorsement of the competition by the International Union of Oenologists (UIO) for maximum rigor in wine evaluation. This validation strengthens VINARIUM’s position as a regional benchmark and credible platform for producers and consumers, alongside the patronage of OIV, the partnerships and recognitions already existing at international level from VINOFED, FIJEV and ADAR – Professional partner ab initio.

 Romania consolidates an international benchmark in wine evaluation.

VINARIUM International Wine Contest, the most important international wine competition in Central and South-Eastern Europe, reaches its XXIII edition in 2026.

The competition will take place between May 28–31, 2026, reconfirming Romania’s role as a relevant validation-communication platform in the global wine industry.