Romanian wine: Truth or Lie? Test your knowledge!

Romania has one of the oldest and most fascinating wine cultures in Europe, but how much do you really know about it?

We’ve put together 7 statements about Romanian wine.

Some are completely true. Others? Not so much…

Your challenge: Guess which are truths and which are lies!

Keep score as you go — answers are revealed at the bottom.

Statement #1

The majority of Romania’s vineyards are located near the coast of the Black Sea

Statement #2

Romania is home to over 100 varieties of native grape species

Statement #3

The country has a wine production history that dates back to the Roman Empire

Statement #4

Romanian wine is primarily known for its sweet dessert wines, with very few dry varieties produced

Statement #5

Romania’s wine production primarily focuses on red wine, which makes up about 70% of the total production

Statement #6

Romanian wine is not permitted to use any international grape varieties in its production

Statement #7

Romania is one of the top 10 wine producers globally

How did you do? 🧠

Scroll down for the answers…

1️⃣ The majority of Romania’s vineyards are located near the coast of the Black Sea

❌ LIE

While the Murfatlar region near the Black Sea is important, Romania’s vineyards are spread across multiple major regions.

The coast does not dominate Romanian wine production.

2️⃣ Romania is home to over 100 varieties of native grape species

✅ TRUE

Romania has an extraordinary biodiversity of indigenous grapes. Varieties such as:

• Feteasca Neagra

• Feteasca Alba

• Feteasca Regala

• Tamaioasa Romaneasca

…are just a small sample of Romania’s rich viticultural heritage.

3️⃣ The country has a wine production history that dates back to the Roman Empire

✅ TRUE

Wine production in the region dates back over 6,000 years. The Romans expanded viticulture after conquering Dacia and winemaking traditions continued through the centuries.

Romania’s wine roots run deep.

4️⃣ Romanian wine is primarily known for its sweet dessert wines, with very few dry varieties produced

❌ LIE

Although Romania produces excellent sweet wines (especially aromatic styles), the majority of production today is dry wines — both red and white.

Modern Romanian winemaking is highly diverse and internationally competitive.

5️⃣ Romania’s wine production primarily focuses on red wine, which makes up about 70% of the total production

❌ LIE

Romania actually produces more white wine than red. White varieties dominate overall production, although red wines like Feteasca Neagra are increasingly popular internationally.

6️⃣ Romanian wine is not permitted to use any international grape varieties in its production

❌ LIE

Romanian producers grow and blend international varieties such as:

• Cabernet Sauvignon

• Merlot

• Chardonnay

• Sauvignon Blanc

These often sit alongside native grapes, creating unique blends.

7️⃣ Romania is one of the top 10 wine producers globally

✅ TRUE

Romania consistently ranks among the top 10 wine-producing countries in the world, often competing with major European producers in volume.

It’s one of Europe’s best-kept wine secrets.

Your score 🏆

• 0–2 correct: Time for a Romanian wine tasting 😉

• 3–5 correct: Not bad! You know your grapes.

• 6–7 correct: You might just be a Romanian wine expert 🍷

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