Out of spite and love!
"Jungic Winery" came into existence out of spite and love for wine. It is hard to say which one prevailed. Spite was a decision breaker while lots of love was required to endure in that strenuous vine path and to create a tradition. It was out of spite that we wanted to prove how top-quality sorts of grape vines could also be grown in our region although many people thought and tried to persuade us to the contrary.
Today, grape vines are planted on the slopes of the village of Markovac on the area of around 6 hectares, with more than 18000 vines of top-quality wine sorts.
We also built a wine cellar, for which we hope will become a part of the Banja Luka region wine road, and which will open up for guests as of this summer, offering them a possibility to taste our local wines and enjoy their fullness, flowery aromas, and relax in the harmony and beauty of vineyards and calming landscape.
We hope that all who taste our wines and visit “Jungic Winery” and the vineyards of Markovac, located only 20 minute drive from Banja Luka, shall have the unforgettable experience, something that previously required hundreds or thousands of kilometers of travelling to reach the famous vineyards of Oplenac, Tuscany, Nebbiolo, Bordeaux, Alsace, Nappa.
About Us
As a host I was often embarrassed in the company of foreigners when they wanted to taste our local wines, but with nothing to offer. I used to say: “We too shall have our own wines! Top-quality wines, of course!” If Slovenians, Austrians, Swiss, Germans, English, Swedes, Canadians can have their wines...why couldn’t we have ours when we have so many sunny days, mild climate and beautiful hills?
I have always admired the beauty of famous vineyards and landscapes: Saint Emilion, Pomerol, Nebbiolo, Alsace, Douro, Bordeaux, Tuscany, Burgundy, but also those that are closer to us, like the ones in the valley of Neretva River, Fruska Gora Mountain, and Oplenac Hill. They are breathtaking!
Equally beautiful landscapes lie in the vicinity of Banja Luka. Wherever you go: Slatina, Prnjavor, Laktasi, Celinac,.... all of these landscapes have beautiful hills, ideal altitude, yet with no vineyards …nowhere!
My homeland Markovac, a village located some fifteen kilometers away from Banja Luka, embraces Celinac with hills resembling those of Tuscany, Burgundy..., the view reaches tens of kilometres in the distance, everywhere around. There are no people, no barking dogs, nor livestock bellowing. All the residents have moved away, houses are deserted. Sikar slopes, whose friable soil has fed generations, is now overgrown by weeds, with birches and osier willows growing around... Balatin creek gurgles sadly. Nobody drinks its water any more... So, six years ago, out of spite, I decided to try to bring my birthplace back to life.
The slopes of Sikar were prepared and the first red sorts of grape vines started to grow in vineyards: Cabernet sauvignon, Merlot, blue Frankish as well as white sorts: Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Rhine Riesling.
The slopes of Sikar were prepared and the first red sorts of grape vines started to grow in vineyards: Cabernet sauvignon, Merlot, blue Frankish as well as white sorts: Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Rhine Riesling.
Press and Awards
Jungic Winery has received numerous recognitions and significant awards for its persistence, artistry and quality, and each is the pride of our winery and a great incentive for further work.
Celinac: Recognitions awarded to individuals and collectives for their meritious performanceIvanic won Slavko Jungic Jesej literary award
Story about Jungic: Wine out of spite and love
Republic of Srpska’s economy promoted at the fair in Austria!
Jungic Winery, example of successful viticulture
Jungic Winery, example of successful viticulture
Awards for 20 distinguished producers (Capital.BA)
When spite and love prevail - "Jungic Winery" is an example of how good quality wines can be produced in the Banja Luka region (ekapija)
2018
Best brend
Best company in Bosnia and Herzegovina
European Association of Managers
Best manager & Best company in Bosnia and Herzegovina
2015
Beo Wine Fair
Silver diploma for wine Cabernet Sauvignon, vintage 2009
2014
Sabatina
Silver medal for product quality - Balatin 2013
Silver medal for product quality- Sikar Barrique 2009
Silver medal for product quality - Cabaret Sauvignon 2010
Vinařské Litoměřice
Cabaret Sauvignon 2009
2013
Gastronomy Association UG Gastro kutak
Recognition for remarkable contribution to the development of "The Wine Routes of Herzegovina" project
SASPO
The best independent entrepreneur
2012
Chamber of Commerce of Republika Srpska
Special recognition for distinctive quality of the domestic product
2010
Days of wine, Banja Luka
1st prize for red wine Shikar Cuvée Barrique 2008;
1st place for best production vineyard
2009
Days of Wine, Banja Luka
1st prize for Red Wine Sikar Cuvée 2008;
2nd prize for red wine Cabernet Sauvignon 2009.
2008
Days of Wine, Banja Luka
2nd and 2nd prize for red wine Merlot for vintages from 2008 and 2007;
1st prize for best vineyard
2007
Days of Wine, Banja Luka
3rd prize for red wine, Merlot variety;
3rd prize for red wine, blue Frankish variety
1st prize for best vineyard
2006
Tourist Organisation of Republika Srpska
Wishes to thank "Jungic Winery" for the promotion of tourism in the Republic of Srpska
Days of wine, Banja Luka
2nd prize for red wine blue Frankish variety;
1st prize for young vineyard