The Ultimate CEE Wine Fair returns on 16 June 2026 for its third edition, simply the best opportunity to explore the vibrant and diverse wines of Central and Eastern Europe in one place.
Caroline Gilby MW and Zsuzsa Toronyi have carefully selected some of the most exciting wineries from the region, offering something of interest for every sector of the wine trade, whether you are looking for new producers, or seeking new wine stories to tell your customers and readers.
Whether you’re a buyer, wine merchant, sommelier, or wine writer, join us to discover new stories, distinctive grapes, and great wines.
Meet the winemakers, build personal connections and listen to their wine journeys. Visitors will also have the chance to taste wines with leading distributors already importing and representing Central and Eastern European producers in the UK—wines that are readily available to consumers.
Masterclasses at the CEE Wine Fair 3.0
Livery Hall
I. 10:30 am: Sparkling CEE – Bubbles from CEE with Beth Willard
Discover why sparkling wines are one of the most exciting categories in Central and Eastern Europe in this masterclass led by Beth Willard and featuring renowned producers from Armenia, Moldova, Croatia, and beyond. Taste award-winning wines made from both local and international grape varieties, showcasing the diversity and rising quality of the region.
Register: https://forms.gle/KfPA2sVUFqHPAyQFA
II. 1 pm: Iconic Wines from CEE with Caroline Gilby MW
Join Caroline for an expertly chosen tasting of the iconic wines from eight Central and Eastern European countries, showcasing both indigenous grape varieties and benchmark international styles. Through exceptional producers and captivating stories, unveil the diversity, heritage, and world-class potential of this dynamic wine region.
Register: https://forms.gle/rJjQ6qzXu8kGQewK9 – Fully Booked
III. 3 pm: Georgia: Crucible and Cradle with Sarah Abbott MW
This cradle of wine is a hotbed of innovation, renaissance and creativity, as producers recuperate ancient varieties, and reclaim the natural diversity of Georgian wine culture. Join MWs Sarah Abbott and Caroline Gilby to get your Georgian wine grounding, and to learn why Georgian wine is surging in the UK.
Register: https://forms.gle/FXaQzW3ZQTxxiLRv9
Humber Room
IV. 11 am: Discover Bosnia & Herzegovina with Caroline Gilby MW
Discover the wines of Bosnia & Herzegovina with Caroline Gilby, exploring a country rich in history, culture, and dramatic landscapes. Taste exciting native varieties such as Žilavka and Blatina, alongside the revived Trnjak, and uncover one of Europe’s most overlooked wine regions.
Register: https://forms.gle/kigFSETsHAikazwg8 – Fully Booked
V. 3 pm: CEE Wines in the UK – Tasting and Panel Discussion with Harpers
Designed for sommeliers and independent wine professionals, this workshop showcases 6 outstanding wines from Central and Eastern Europe — all already imported into the UK and available to order immediately. Discussion will focus on how CEE wines can add excitement and new stories to your lists, how these wines work with food, quality perceptions of CEE wines and messages that work to encourage customers to buy into these new experiences.
Register: https://forms.gle/QrT8V5J9Vq2B2nn78
Please make sure that you also register for The Ultimate CEE Wine Fair when signing up for the masterclasses.