Wines of Malta
The hosts journey to Malta, a Mediterranean island nation with a winemaking history stretching back thousands of years. Amid sun-drenched landscapes, ancient traditions, and coastal vineyards, they discover indigenous grape varieties, innovative winemakers, and a vibrant wine culture that reflects the island's unique position at the crossroads of Europe and North Africa.
Markus Divinus Boutique Winery
Markus Divinus is one of Malta’s most distinctive boutique wineries, where artistry and craftsmanship meet in every bottle. Founded by Mark Borg, the winery has more than twenty carefully selected vineyard parcels across Malta, capturing the remarkable diversity of the island’s terroirs.
Combining indigenous varieties such as Ġellewża and Girgentina with international grapes including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon, Markus Divinus produces expressive, small-batch wines that offer a contemporary interpretation of Maltese winemaking.
Tal-Massar Winery
Nestled in the historic village of Għarb on Gozo, Tal-Massar is a small family-owned winery devoted to handcrafted, terroir-driven wines. The vineyards are planted on traditional limestone terraces, where naturally low yields contribute to exceptional fruit quality.
Working with native Girgentina alongside Vermentino, Nero d’Avola, Syrah and Merlot, Tal-Massar produces wines that capture the distinctive character of Gozo while remaining firmly rooted in family tradition and artisanal winemaking.
Meridiana Wine Estate
Meridiana Wine Estate pioneered the production of premium wines in Malta and remains one of the country’s benchmark producers. Situated in the agricultural heartland of Ta’ Qali, the estate is dedicated exclusively to grapes grown in Maltese soil.
Its vineyards are planted with classic Mediterranean and international varieties including Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Vermentino. The result is a collection of elegant, internationally recognised wines that combine world-class standards with unmistakable Maltese character.
San Niklaw Estate
San Niklaw Estate is a family-owned winery where generations of stewardship are reflected in every vineyard row. Located on a small estate cultivated by the same family for decades, the winery focuses exclusively on estate-grown wines that express the character of their unique terroir.
Handcrafted in limited quantities, the portfolio includes wines based on Syrah, Sangiovese, Mourvèdre and Vermentino, each produced with a strong emphasis on authenticity, balance and site expression.
Marsovin Winery
Founded in 1919, Marsovin is Malta’s most historic and influential winery, combining more than a century of winemaking expertise with an unwavering commitment to quality. The family-owned producer cultivates five private estates across Malta and Gozo, dedicated to the production of premium estate-grown wines.
Working with both indigenous varieties such as Girgentina and Ġellewża, alongside international grapes including Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, Marsovin crafts wines that reflect both Malta’s heritage and its modern ambitions. The winery’s historic cellars, housed in a building dating back to the Knights of St. John, remain at the heart of its winemaking philosophy.
Delicata Winery
As Malta’s oldest family-owned winery, Delicata has played a defining role in the evolution of modern Maltese wine. For generations, the winery has helped elevate local viticulture while championing both indigenous and international grape varieties.
Its portfolio showcases native Girgentina and Ġellewża alongside classic Mediterranean and international varieties such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Vermentino, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. Combining tradition with innovation, Delicata continues to shape the identity of contemporary Maltese wine.
Ta’ Betta Wine Estates
Set against the backdrop of Malta’s ancient capital, Mdina, Ta’ Betta Wine Estates is one of the island’s most acclaimed boutique wineries. Inspired by the great estates of Europe, it focuses on low-intervention winemaking and small-production wines of exceptional character.
The estate is dedicated to noble French varietals, producing elegant Chardonnays, refined rosés and structured red blends from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Cabernet Franc. Precision, craftsmanship and a strong sense of place define every bottle.
