Polish wines are once again in the spotlight of global wine critics. This time, the renowned wine expert Jancis Robinson had the opportunity to taste them. The tasting took place during the “Taste of Poland” event on February 24th in London. During the event, Polish wineries showcased their products to industry representatives, restaurateurs, sommeliers, and critics. The result of this tasting was an article by Jancis Robinson titled A Polish wine invasion, published on her website.
How did Polish wines perform?
According to the article, Polish wines received high ratings. All sampled bottles scored between 14.5 and 17 points on Jancis Robinson’s 20-point scale. For example, wines from Winnica Marcinowice were evaluated as follows:
- Dry Riesling 2023 – 16+ points;
- Pinot Blanc 2023 – 16 points;
- Pinot Noir French Clones 2022 – 16.5 points;
These are really good results, demonstrating that Polish winemaking is not only developing dynamically but is also gaining international recognition.
The first article on Polish wines in three years
It is worth noting that A Polish wine invasion is the first article by Jancis Robinson dedicated to Polish wines in almost three years. This is a significant event for the industry, highlighting Poland’s growing presence in global wine discussions. Previous articles on Polish wines can be found in the Jancis Robinson archive here.
What does this tasting mean for Polish winemaking?
The London tasting was not only an opportunity to showcase the quality of Polish wines but also a step towards their greater recognition in international markets. Many distributors, restaurateurs, and wine enthusiasts attended the event, raising hopes for increased Polish wine listings in British and European wine menus.
Polish winemaking is currently experiencing an exciting period – more wineries are focusing on high-quality production methods, which is beginning to be recognized by global experts. We hope to see more frequent publications about Polish wines in the international press and that Poland will establish itself as a key player in the world of winemaking.
