Taste 5 wine varieties of local grapes unique to Bulgaria, that can not be found anywhere else. Sample a range of Miskets, Melnik, Mavrud, Guzma, and Rubin all paired with local cheeses and artisanal bread during a tasting in the heart of Sofia.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Reserve now & pay later: Reserve now & pay later to book your spot without any charges today. Learn more
Duration 1.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Instructor: English
Wheelchair accessible
Private group

Highlights

Taste 5 unique local grapes that can be found only in Bulgaria
Learn about Bulgarian winemaking history and different wine regions
Enjoy a pairing of wine with Bulgarian craft cheeses and bread

Full description

Discover the unknown treasures of Bulgaria including unforgettable unique wine varieties that you have probably never tasted before. Although Bulgaria has been producing wine for 5000 years it is still relatively unknown to the rest of the world. Now a rising new generation of Bulgarian boutique winemakers who are devoted to the craft and bringing new attention to the country. First, arrive at a small boutique wine shop in the heart of Sofia. During your personal tasting experience, be guided through the distinctive world of Bulgarian wines. Taste 5 local wines from regions across Bulgaria. The wines will be paired with Bulgarian craft cheeses and artisanal bread.

Includes

5 local wine varieties
Cheese
Bread
Mineral water

Not suitable for

Pregnant women
Children under 18 years

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Meeting point

Tempus VIni is small boutique wine shop, ul. "Knyaz Boris I" 77, 1000 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria

Open in Google Maps ⟶

Important information

What to bring

Passport or ID card

Not allowed

Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

Please bring your passport or ID card
All participants must be over the legal drinking age of 18 years old

Customer reviews

Overall rating

5 /5

based on 4 reviews

Review summary

Guide
5/5
Value for money
5/5

Sort by:

The wine and cheese was delicious, atmosphere - great, level of knowledge shared was amazing too

March 28, 2022

Really enjoyed the wine tasting, very interesting knowledgeable host, great fun, would highly recommend this activity..

July 23, 2021

Extensive information about Bulgarian wines. Very tasty samples. Friendly gas giver. Nice evening in good company.

October 10, 2020

Sofia: Wine & Cheese Tasting Experience

Sofia: Wine & Cheese Tasting Experience

About this activity

Experience

Select participants and date

Overall rating

Review summary

Sort by:

Traveler type:

Star rating: