Corten Winery — “In the Footsteps of Saint Trifon”

Corten Winery — “In the Footsteps of Saint Trifon”
A wine tasting inspired by the Bulgarian folk holiday Trifon Zarezan

13 February
7:00 PM
Wine Republic — Pan. Halippa str., 6, Toro Center (ground floor)
450 lei
Sommeliers: Nicolai and Tatiana

What is Trifon Zarezan?

Trifon Zarezan is an ancient Bulgarian folk holiday dedicated to vine growers and winemakers. It symbolizes the beginning of a new cycle in the vineyard — the moment when the vine awakens after winter and receives its first impulse toward the future harvest.

At the heart of the tradition lies the symbolic first pruning of the vine: it is trimmed to stimulate growth, preserve the health of the grapes and lay the foundation for a generous harvest. This gesture is not merely an agricultural practice, but a sign of deep respect for the land and the craft, passed down from generation to generation.

The celebration has always been accompanied by festive gatherings, where wine is not just a drink, but a living testimony to work, time and hope for the year ahead. On this day, vine growers honor not only the vine itself, but also themselves — those who invest patience, care and experience into every cluster of grapes.

In some regions, a “king of the vineyard” is chosen — a symbol of luck, abundance and prosperity for the entire winegrowing season.

What will the evening be about?

During this evening, guests will learn the history of the Bulgarian holiday Trifon Zarezan and its significance in winegrowing culture, discover the story of Corten Winery, its philosophy and approach to winemaking, and follow a tasting journey from fresh white and sparkling wines to structured red wines, revealing the winery’s style through different grape varieties and vintages.

About Corten Winery:

Corten Winery is located in the south of Moldova, in the village of Corten — a region with favorable climate and soils for grape growing. The vineyards were planted between 2008 and 2013, allowing full control over the winemaking process, from vine to bottle.

Corten combines local winegrowing traditions with modern technologies, focusing on varietal purity, balance and expressive character.

Tasting wines:
 1. Sparkling D’oro, Glera — dry white, 2025
 2. Riesling — dry white, 2025
 3. Viorica — dry white, 2025
 4. Pinot Noir — dry red, 2021
 5. Cabernet Franc — dry red, 2021
 6. Cabernet Sauvignon — dry red, 2021

On 13 February, we invite you to touch a tradition where wine becomes a continuation of the history of land, labor and time.