The number of wine producers in Ukraine currently exceeds 180, with a significant increase in the number of small-scale winemakers, according to Taras Vysotsky, Deputy Minister of Economy, Environment, and Agriculture.
“Today, Ukrainian winemaking is no longer limited to the domestic market. It is becoming part of a global dialogue—an instrument of cultural diplomacy and trust in Ukraine around the world,” he wrote on Facebook.
The deputy minister expressed confidence that it is important to foster a culture of consuming domestic products in Ukraine. It is through specialized venues that Ukrainians can better appreciate the quality and uniqueness of domestic wine.
Vysotsky noted that a series of deregulatory measures has contributed to the industry’s development. In particular, the annual fee for a wholesale trade license for small producers was abolished, and an affordable production license was introduced. In addition, the government simplified licensing procedures, abolished excise tax stamps, and reduced the bureaucratic burden of reporting. These changes gave a boost to the development of craft winemaking in particular.
The Deputy Minister also announced that the first official wine boutique—Wine of Ukraine—has opened in Kyiv, which will serve as a platform for direct access to products from producers. The opening was attended by representatives of the diplomatic corps of Italy, Portugal, Argentina, Egypt, India, Pakistan, and other countries, as well as international organizations, including the FAO.
