Albania has one of the oldest winemaking traditions in Europe, dating back over 3,000 years, yet its wines are still a hidden secret to many travellers. Around Vlora, where the Adriatic meets the mountains, boutique wineries and family-run estates are now opening their doors to guests - and
Kantina & Ferma Dukat is one of the most special.
More than just a winery, it’s also a working farm where life moves at a slower pace.
.. You can wander the vineyards, taste wines made from indigenous Albanian grapes, and sit down to meals prepared with produce grown right on the land. The hospitality is warm and personal - it feels like being welcomed into someone’s home rather than checking into a hotel.
Rooms are rustic yet comfortable, the scenery is breathtaking, and the connection to the land and its traditions is genuine. This is Albania’s wine culture at its most authentic. Read more
