Top Europe Wine Making Workshops

Learn the secret to preparing pasta from scratch like a true Italian “nonna” in the heart of Florence with this hands-on pasta cooking class. Make three types of fresh pasta plus traditional sauces with guidance from your instructor as you sip unlimited Tuscan wine and connect with fellow foodies. Then cap off your lesson by sampling your creations with a celebratory meal served with even more wine.

Discover the many delights of Tuscany’s wine country on this small-group tasting tour from Florence. Travel along beautiful hillside roads through vineyards, olive groves and cypress trees. Visit 2 top-rated wineries in the famed Chianti Classico region, tour the cellars and learn how wine is produced using traditional methods. Taste different wines, along with olive oil and Tuscan specialties like fresh cheeses and bruschetta. Group size is limited to twenty-five participants for a more personalized experience.

Immerse yourself in the wines of Burgundy, Beaujolais, and the Rhone Valley during this workshop held in a restored 19th-century silk factory in the Croix-Rousse neighborhood. You'll learn about the winemaking process from grape to glass, led by a wine educator who will be happy to answer any of your questions. Snacks and tastings of all the different varietals are included.

Nothing says wine like the French Riviera, although many vineyards are located far from coastal cities—making them tough for travelers to reach. This exclusive small-group vineyard tour and wine-tasting takes place right within Nice, just a short bus or taxi ride from the city center. Learn about the local terroir during a sommelier-led visit and taste three tasty regional wines, all in under two hours.

Use your time in Alberobello to learn more about local wine with a sommelier-led session at a winery. Join a group of like-minded travelers and sample four wines from the cellar, each expertly paired with traditional dishes. After, take in the beautiful vineyard views and bask in the warm Italian sun as you swap tasting notes with others.

You don’t have to spend an entire day visiting wineries to learn the secrets of France’s world-famous Champagne. This compact tasting experience is ideal for wine lovers short on time. Make your own way to the Premier Cru winery just outside Reims, admire the mountain views as you stroll through the vineyards, then sip three handpicked Champagnes during an Expert-led tasting as you learn all about the Champagne-making process.

Sample a taste of local wine whilst learning how it’s made with this Gran Canarian winery tour and tasting experience. Perfect for foodies and those looking to dip their toes into local history, this five-generation winery tour also features a visit to the attached wine museum. Relax, sip and enjoy.

A trip to Portugal isn't complete without trying port wine—but to get the complete cultural experience, a guided tasting is a must. Skip busy tourist spots to visit one of the oldest port houses in the world— founded in 1692—and sample three distinct varieties. As you sip, gain insider knowledge of the winemaking process, learn about aging techniques, and discover what makes each type of port unique. Top off the experience with a delicious pastel de nata (a traditional custard tart).

Escape the heat and join our small-group, hands-on cooking class in an authentic Hungarian setting! Please note that we have limited availability, so booking ahead is recommended.

Join a small-group cooking class led by a charismatic Milanese chef, where you'll master the art of handmade gnocchi, ravioli, and a perfectly layered tiramisu. Swap foodie tips as you savor your creations paired with local wines, all in the company of just like-minded culinary enthusiasts. Leave with authentic Italian recipes and the confidence to host your very own feast at home.

Discover rich flavors on a wine and food tasting in Stresa, two minutes walking from Lake Maggiore. Enjoy four wines, a regional digestif and a selection of traditional Italian foods in a cozy wine shop.

France is world-renowned for its delicious cheese and butter, and this hands-on workshop lets you dive into the country’s cheesemaking and butter-making heritage. Visit a traditional local ‘fromagerie’ (cheese shop), “Paroles de Fromagers”, meet the cheesemakers, and learn the secrets of cheese and butter making during a fun and interactive workshop. Finally, sample some of the delicious cheeses paired with French wine.

Explore Hungary’s renowned Etyek wine region—and enjoy a hassle-free way to travel beyond Budapest city limits—on this half-day tasting tour, complete with lunch or dinner. Set off with your group (or just your guide, if private option selected), and head to Etyek, famed for its white and sparkling wines. Visit two or three top wineries to taste their wines and learn about their craft. This intimate tour also features a traditional Hungarian meal.

The rich volcanic soil on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius has been prime wine country since Roman times, and with this wine tasting and lunch you can discover one of the area’s flagship varietals, Lacryma Christi DOP. Learn about its history and production during a guided walk through the vineyards at Cantina del Vesuvio, then sit down for lunch and a tasting of their organic wines.

With the help of our guide you will know the secret of our single vineyard estate, that offers the beauty and complexity of alluvial soils in the Duero River valley: gravel, sand, silt and light clay. Our mature vines extract minerals that yield luxurious flavors and aromas. We offer several ranges of wines that convey the essence of our vineyard, history, family and natural environment.

Sip on Santorini wine and nibble on local bites during this small-group, half-day tour of the island and three of its wine estates. As you explore, learn about Santorini’s unique vine management techniques, discover local varieties such as assyrtiko, and taste at least 12 wines. Your tour includes a stop at a cliff-top winery, which offers spectacular views of the Aegean by day—and sunset if you’ve booked the sunset option.

Beaune is the gateway to the Burgundy wine region, but you don’t have to travel far from the city to sample its famous wines. This private tasting experience is guided by a professional sommelier and custom-made just for you and your group. Sample a hand-picked selection of seven red and white wines, all of them Premier Cru or Grand Cru classified, and learn how to identify the different varietals, producers, and terroir.

Skip the crowded restaurants and immerse yourself in Italy’s delicious culinary traditions during this hands-on cooking class. Make your own way to the kitchen in central Florence, grab an apron, and learn how to make classic pasta dishes from scratch. Choose the pasta and gelato option and learn to make fresh pasta, seasonal sauces, and enjoy a tasting of gelato and sorbet. Or, opt for the longer lasagna and tiramisu class to shop for ingredients at a local market and learn to prepare the classic dishes, just like nonna.

The Roussillon region around Perpignan is renowned for its wines, and this private wine-tasting workshop offers an easy and personalized way to discover them. Head to an organic vineyard in the hills around the city, meet your winemaker host, and sample 6-8 red, white, rosé, and naturally sweet wines. As you sip and savor, learn about local terroirs and grape varieties; and graze on perfectly paired cheeses, charcuterie, and chocolate—delicious!

Accompanied by a Burgundy wine expert, you will learn how to taste wines. Starting from a village appellation to the Grand Cru, you can take the measure of the climates of the Burgundy vineyard.

This experience stands out by combining an indulgent cooking class on a panoramic terrace kitchen with a tour of vineyards and a 13th-century castle that's been in the family for 17 generations. Learn to make classic Tuscan dishes such as tagliatelle with Tuscan sauces and braised beef, and pair each with local wines for lunch. Then, tour the castle and wine cellar.

In the heart of Dijon, we offer tasting workshops led by a professional and labeled Vignobles & Découvertes - a guarantee of excellence for wine tourism services. During this tasting you will learn: - to taste a wine like a professional - to read a Burgundy wine label - how are classified the terroirs and the wines of Burgundy All this thanks to the tasting of 4 wines, from the village to the Grand Cru! The Coast will no longer hold any secrets for you: you will discover what makes the Climats of Burgundy unique, recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

A private day through Piedmont's greatest wine country, guided by a certified wine educator. We begin at 9:00 over coffee at our Turin wine studio, then drive into the UNESCO-listed Roero hills. You'll walk among the vines to understand the terroir, step inside the cellar to learn about local winemaking, then settle in for a 5-wine tasting, including a remarkable Barolo, paired with local cheeses, cured meats and focaccia. Then we head to the Langhe, wander Barolo village, and stop for another glass of Barolo, before heading to a winery in Barbaresco. There we have our final tasting of 4 wines, including Barbaresco Riserva. Back in Turin by ~17:30. Half day (9:00–14:30): Roero winery, vineyard walk, Barolo town, 6 wines. Full day (9:00–17:30): all of the above plus Barbaresco, 10 wines. Private experience for your group only. Your guide drives you from Turin and back. Food included. In English (Italian, Chinese, Russian on request). Select half or full day when booking.