Monastery Tvrdoš

Monastery Tvrdoš, near Trebinje in southeastern Bosnia and Herzegovina, has a winemaking history that stretches back centuries. Founded in the late 13th century on the site of a 4th-century Roman church, the monastery has long been a center of spiritual and cultural life. Winemaking has been part of its tradition since the Middle Ages, with records and local stories referencing its production. The original 16th-century stone cellar remains in use today, where some wines continue to age in century-old oak barrels.

The monastery is still home to a community of monks who maintain its spiritual and historical legacy. However, the vineyards and winemaking are managed by a professional team dedicated to blending traditional methods with modern techniques. Alongside the original cellar, a modern facility built in 2006 uses gravity-flow winemaking to gently handle grapes, ensuring the quality and character of the wines.



The monastery’s organic-practicing vineyards cover around 400 acres, planted primarily with indigenous varieties such as Vranac and Žilavka. These vines thrive in the region’s sub-Mediterranean climate and rocky karst soils, which contribute to the wines’ distinct mineral character and freshness. We’re pleased to announce that the monastery’s Vranac is now available by the glass at the bar! Come try a glass of wine history.