President welcomes winemakers at Prague Castle

President Miloš Zeman welcomed winemakers at Prague Castle on Wednesday who finished top of their categories in the prestigious Salon vín competition, ranking the Czech Republic’s best wines. The president called the competition “the toughest in the country”, saying originally 1,600 samples were entered, then cut to 700 in the second round, leaving tasters only difficult choices in the final. The president suggested that those who haven't visited the country’s wine cellars have not fully lived. Mr Zeman is well-known for his appreciation of alcoholic beverages. Salon vín is organized by the National Wine Centre – a non-profit organisation whose objective is the promotion and support of wine and viticulture of the Czech Republic.

Author: Jan Velinger