NEWS
Cabernet Sauvignon 2000 – Kantina Edoni (Vintage Albanian Red Wine)
14 May, 2025
Crafted in the renowned winemaking region of Albania, the 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon from Kantina Edoni stands as a rare expression of Albanian viticultural heritage. With over two decades of cellaring, this vintage showcases remarkable maturity and depth.
On the nose, it offers an inviting bouquet of dried cherries, tobacco leaf, and subtle oak notes, reflecting its careful aging. The palate is smooth and structured, with well-integrated tannins, balanced acidity, and a lingering earthy finishthat rewards thoughtful sipping. This wine is ideal for collectors, enthusiasts, or anyone looking to experience a taste of Albanian tradition at its finest.
Kantina Edoni X ChocoAlb
December, 2024
The most recent collaboration between an Albanian winery and a chocolate company is the partnership between Kantina Edoni and ChocoAlb. Announced approximately two months ago, this collaboration combines two exceptional wine varieties from Kantina Edoni with exquisite chocolates from ChocoAlb, offering a unique gift option for the festive season.
Kantina Edoni, established in 1998, is a family-owned winery located near Berat, Albania. The winery is known for producing high-quality wines from various grape varieties, including Merlot, Vranac, Riesling, Trebbiano, and native Albanian grapes like Shesh i Bardhë and Shesh i Zi.
ChocoAlb specializes in artisanal chocolates that highlight flavors from different Albanian regions. Their products incorporate ingredients such as olive oil from Tirana, hazelnuts from Gjirokastra, figs from Berat, and more, each representing a unique aspect of Albanian culinary heritage.
This collaboration between Kantina Edoni and ChocoAlb offers a harmonious blend of Albanian wine and chocolate, providing an ideal gift option that showcases the rich flavors of the region.
A Fusion of Craft: Qelq-Tirana’s Glass Art Meets Kantina Edoni’s Finest Wines
15 November, 2024
Join us at Qelq-Tirana for Thanks Glass It’s Friday! A refined weekly gathering where contemporary glass art meets the distinguished wines of Kantina Edoni. These events offer a unique opportunity to network in an inspiring setting while enjoying curated wine tastings.
Complementing the experience are weekly workshops combining glassmaking and wine appreciation. In a commitment to sustainability, all used glass bottles are transformed into original artworks.
Celebrate creativity, connection, and conscious craftsmanship.
Wine & Stories of Berat
2 November, 2024
Kantina Edoni, a family-owned winery based in Albania, has been recognised at the prestigious Wine & Stories of Berat festival. At this celebrated event, which brings together top wineries from Albania, Kosovo, and Italy, Kantina Edoni was awarded two prizes for the exceptional quality of its wines.
The London Wine Fair
May, 2024
Kantina Edoni had the opportunity to attend the London Wine Fair 2024 as a visitor, immersing itself in one of the industry’s most prestigious events. The fair, held at Olympia London from May 20th to 22nd, provided an excellent platform to explore the latest trends in winemaking, engage with industry professionals, and discover a diverse selection of wines from around the world.
As a visitor, Kantina Edoni gained valuable insights into emerging market trends, innovative production techniques, and new opportunities for collaboration within the global wine industry. The event also served as an inspiring space to connect with fellow winemakers, distributors, and experts, fostering future partnerships and expanding professional networks.
Balkans International Wine Competition (BIWC)
10 June, 2024
Kantina Edoni is a family-owned winery established in 1998, located near the historic city of Berat in Albania. The winery cultivates a variety of grape types, including native varieties like Pulez, Shesh I Bardhe, and Shesh I Zi, as well as international ones such as Aligote, Cabernet Sauvignon, Trebbiano, and Vranac.
At the 2024 Balkans International Wine Competition (BIWC), Kantina Edoni’s 2022 Pulez white wine received a gold medal with a score of 92.
Additionally, their 2022 Shesh I Bardhe white wine earned a silver medal with a score of 87.
Food & Drink Expo 2023
30 May, 2023
Pulez 2022 white wine was awarded the prestigious title of “The Best Local White Wine,” solidifying its status as one of the finest expressions of Albania’s rich viticultural heritage.
Crafted from the indigenous Pulez grape variety, this award-winning wine showcases the winery’s commitment to preserving and elevating native Albanian flavors. With its refined taste, balanced acidity, and delicate aromatic profile.
Merano Wine festival – Wines of Albania
15 May, 2024
Kantina Edoni’s 2022 Pulez wine was honored with the WineHunter Award Rosso in 2024.
Next-generation sustainable winery
April, 2025
In Albania, most glass waste ends up in landfills due to the absence of circular reuse systems. This not only damages the environment but also forces beverage producers to rely on costly imported bottles.
At the same time, local breweries, wineries, and HoReCa businesses are seeking sustainable, cost-effective alternatives Creating a clear opportunity for a circular glass bottle system that boosts the local economy, creates jobs, and reduces waste.
reuseAglass is an innovative circular economy venture responding to this need. It operates a closed-loop system for collecting, cleaning, and redistributing reusable glass bottles, serving microbreweries, family-run wineries, and HoReCa clients.
The initiative brings together a diverse team of professionals from across the beverage and food sectors. Among them is Kantina Edoni, which actively participated in the programme demonstrating its commitment to sustainable practices and local solutions.
