On July 16, the Moldovan government approved new rules for awarding the Grand Prize in vine-growing and wine-making, starting with the 2025 National Wine Day. The revised evaluation will go beyond company turnover and infrastructure, highlighting investment, sustainability, wine tourism, and international participation.
The government also introduced two new national distinctions: the Wine Creator’s Trophy and the Distillate Creator’s Trophy. These awards aim to spotlight small producers and creators of quality distillates.
To ensure fairness and transparency, a restructured evaluation committee will oversee the awards. This mixed committee includes members from government, academia, and civil society.
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“With these adjustments, we aim to build a more inclusive recognition framework that truly reflects the effort, innovation, and dedication of all actors in the sector,” said Sergiu Gherciu, Secretary General of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry.
These changes signal Moldova’s shift toward a modern, sustainable, and innovation-driven wine industry, while preserving tradition and quality.