Lazar Winery
The story
Lazar Winery is a family business in Negotino, North Macedonia, founded in 2001 by Lazar Ristov. The family has been growing grapes for four generations. The winery produces around 50,000 bottles a year, exported to the Netherlands, Germany and Singapore, among other countries.
The vineyards lie in the Tikveš region, known for its fertile soils and favourable climate for viticulture. Lazar Winery combines traditional methods with modern technology – tradition rooted in the vine, a family devoted to wine.
In addition to winemaking, Lazar Winery also offers accommodation with a B&B, an indoor restaurant seating 50 and an outdoor restaurant seating 60, where guests can enjoy wine and food pairings.
Our Lazar range
Sparkling
Pearl Blanc de Rosé – 50% chardonnay, 50% pinot noir (11.5%). Sparkling rosé made by the Charmat method, with wild strawberry, redcurrant and toasted brioche. Salmon-pink colour, fine mousse and a long, elegant finish.
White
Temjanika – 100% temjanika (muscat blanc), 12.5%. Intensely aromatic: elderflower, white peach and citrus peel with a hint of wild basil. Fresh and light, made in stainless steel. Delicious with Asian dishes, raw fish and summer salads.
Allure Grand Cuvée – 80% chardonnay, 20% malvasia, 13.5%. Deep golden yellow with aromas of ripe yellow fruit, honeydew melon, toast and vanilla. Full and round, with the freshness of malvasia in the finish. Lovely with lobster, creamy pasta and mushroom risotto.
Red
Erigon Kratošija – 100% kratošija (the same grape as zinfandel/primitivo), 14%. At least 12 months of oak ageing. Ripe blackberry, dried plum, sweet tobacco and cocoa, with a velvety structure.
Bukefal Vranec – 100% vranec, 14.5%. Gold at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2025. Twelve months of oak ageing bring dark berries, dark chocolate and coffee. Full and robust; a short decanting is recommended.
Trinity – 66% vranec, 22% cabernet sauvignon, 12% merlot, 14.5%. Silver at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2025. The flagship of the house: 24 months in French oak plus 12 months of bottle ageing. Blackberry, blackcurrant, cedar and vanilla with silky tannins.
