Quality wine has an author.

A community dedicated to cultivating the terroir and signing every bottle with pride.

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The Union of Small Wine Producers of Moldova is a community of winemakers from the country’s viticultural regions who share the same passion: transforming tradition, terroir, and dedication into wines of character.

For us, every bottle tells a story, and every story has an author.

Statistics

We are 72 members

Our community is constantly expanding—small winemakers from diverse regions across the country, all united by a shared passion for authentic wine and the commitment to uphold the tradition of Moldovan wine.
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We produce over 800 wines.

From experimental collections to renowned wines, every bottle bears the winemaker's signature and the spirit of the place where it came to life.
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We have won 450 international medals.

We have won 450 international medals.

Alongside the large wineries, we bring Moldovan wine to the world stage—gaining recognition, trust, and ever-increasing interest in our signature wines, crafted with passion and identity.

Over 980,000 bottles reach the market annually.

Our signature wines are released under the individual brands of our winemakers—a testament to the growing trust in the quality, authenticity, and value of our work.
Over 980,000 bottles reach the market annually.

Members of the Association

We are the winemakers who give face and voice to Moldovan signature wine.

Our ranks include family wineries, friends, and colleagues who transform a shared passion into a profession—working daily with dedication, investing heart and patience into the dream of carrying forward the winemaking tradition passed down from generation to generation.

We are united by the desire to carefully cultivate the vine, create authentic wines, and personally interact with those who love them—people who are passionate, curious, and eager to discover wine in its most sincere form.

Together we form a community of independent wineries, united by respect for tradition, a passion for quality, and the belief that wine has the power to bring people together.

Meet the members

Join the Community

We believe in the power of a community united by passion, quality, and the desire for continuous growth and evolution. If you are a winemaker and share these same values, an aspiration for growth, and respect for sincere craftsmanship, we invite you to join us.

Together, we can consolidate the position of Moldovan signature wines and introduce them to an ever-growing number of enthusiasts and connoisseurs of authentic wine.

Before taking this step, we encourage you to explore the membership benefits and consult the eligibility and compliance requirements, which reflect the values and standards of our community.

Become a member

Partnerships

We, the creators of signature wines, believe that the progress of Moldovan micro-winemaking is a collective effort.

Through collaboration with public institutions, international organizations, professional associations, and private partners, we are able to develop projects that strengthen the sector, promote innovation, and support local producers on their journey toward excellence.

We appreciate the support provided by the Association’s strategic partners, who share the same vision and contribute to the sustainable growth of the signature wine community.

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The creation of the vindeautor.md website was funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) with the implementation by the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) within the framework of the project “Digital Transformation of Small and Medium Enterprises in the Eastern Partnership Countries (DT4SME)”.

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Events

The “Vin de Autor” Community thrives beyond the wines—through shared experiences, sincere conversations, and a vibrant culture that grows with every bond created among our members.

We are always seeking opportunities to discover the creations of colleagues, appreciate the wines of classic brands, and showcase representative selections of our signature wines to partners.

We enjoy every occasion to interact directly with the public, gauge consumer preferences, and gain inspiration for new creations.

We actively participate in festivals, vernissages, exhibitions, tasting sessions, research missions, and educational activities.

Below, you can explore a selection of events and initiatives that reflect the spirit and energy of our community.

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3 editions

In early autumn, dozens of wineries from our community and wine lovers gather where wine is lived, not just tasted. Two days full of tastings, masterclasses, good music, and a great atmosphere—a celebration of signature wine and those who craft it with passion.

Find out more about the first three editions of the Signature Wine Festival and stay tuned—a new edition is coming, with even more stories, tastes, and moments to share.

Signature Winemakers Map

Signature wine is born in different regions across Moldova, where the passion for the vine and the land intertwines with the personality of each winemaker. Explore our creators’ map and let the journey guide you through the places where the wine bears the signature of the person who crafted it.