Vranec Wines

Vranec (also spelled Vranac) is the Balkans’ flagship red grape — famous for its deep colour, dark berry fruit and structured tannins. It’s especially important in North Macedonia, where producers have helped put Vranec on the map as a serious, food-friendly red with real ageing potential.

At Podrum, we stock one of Australia’s strongest selections of Vranec, spanning everything from vibrant, fruit-forward bottles to oak-matured, cellar-worthy styles. Explore Vranec wines from leading Balkan wineries including Tikveš, Popova Kula, and Bovin, each offering a different take on what this grape can do — from bold and powerful to surprisingly refined.

If you enjoy Syrah/Shiraz for its dark fruit and spice, or Nebbiolo for its tannin and structure, Vranec sits in a similar conversation — often described as combining Syrah-like fruit/spice with a more assertive, structured backbone.

Imported to Australia and stored locally, this collection is the best place to discover why Vranec is considered one of the most exciting red grapes in the Balkans.