Top Europe Wine Making Workshops in 2026

Learn how to make authentic Italian pesto with a local chef who grows all the ingredients themselves. Discover more about local culinary traditions from your teacher as you grind the fresh ingredients on a mortar and pestle. Relax and enjoy your handiwork with a glass of crisp white wine and homemade focaccia at the end of the class.

Learn all the hidden secrets of Tenerife’s traditional wine cultivation during this private tour of a family-owned winery followed by a tasting led by a local sommelier. Wander through the winery and cellar, and then enjoy sampling the island’s wines along with a snack. Don’t worry if you don’t know much about wine, as the local sommelier will guide you every step of the way.

Sample fifteen varieties of artisinal extra virgin olive oils during this exclusive small-group tasting in Sorrento. Learn the ins and outs of local olive oil production as you visit centuries-old olive groves. Get a taste of blends infused with truffle, lemon, and even cinnamon before topping off your tasting with a complimentary glass of homemade liqueurs.

Learn the art of producing local wines and artisan chocolates during this fun, short tasting event, with a guide to lead you through the flavors of chocolate and wines alike. Pair different chocolates, truffles and pralines with native wines, unique to Malta, and compare the different grape varieties as you sip and swirl.

Visit the hills of the Castelli Romani—a wine-producing region with volcanic landscapes—for a private wine tasting tour in a local winery and farmhouse. Meet the winemaker, tour the vineyards and cellars, and learn about local wine production. Taste three varieties of wine paired with specialties such as pizza, olive oil, and fruits and vegetables from the farmhouse garden. Enjoy roundtrip hotel pickup and transport in air-conditioned vehicles.

Use great quality ingredients under the supervision of the head of personnel to make two different kinds of pasta and tiramisu during this small-group cooking class. Flavor your pasta with fresh truffle and 24-month aged parmesan, and taste Tuscan wine to go with your meal. Get home from your vacation with not just fond memories, but new cooking skills to wow your friends and family.

Learn all about wine in one of the world's most famous wine cities with this experience. You'll head to a local wine bar, where your expert instructor will go over the basics of wine production and terminology and let you in on some tricks of the trade. Throughout the course of your experience, you'll taste three different wines, served with charcuterie.

Get an insider’s introduction to France’s iconic sparkling wine in the heart of Champagne country during this private tasting tour in the Reims countryside. Visit a family-run Champagne producer, with a chance to learn their family history as you tour the hand-dug wine cellar. Then, sample three different original cuvées in a picturesque vineyard lodge.

Discover and understand the caracteristics of Champagne, from the grape varieties, the dosage impact, and the elaboration of our different cuvées.

Unravel the secrets of Collioure’s celebrated vineyards and wines on this private walk and tasting experience. Meet your wine guide and stroll the scenic vineyards—some on steep slopes—to learn about the different terroirs, grape varieties, and wine-making techniques. Admire the magnificent sea and mountain views on route, and finish with a VIP tasting with winemakers. Your guide can adjust your walking circuit to suit your needs and interests.

Learn the secrets behind preparing authentic Andalucian paella at this rooftop cooking demonstration in the heart of Seville. Sip a glass of sangria plus free-flow wine, beer, and soft drinks, and nibble on delicious cold cuts as a professional chef talks you through the fine art of traditional paella. You can choose between classic seafood paella or a vegetarian option.

Don’t just drink wine in Paris—blend your own during this winemaking workshop. In an 18th-century royal wine cellar in the heart of the city, learn how to create your own wine and design a personalized label with an experienced winemaker. Taste different grape varietals to select the ones you like, and then take your bottle with you at the end of class.

Immerse yourself in Bordeaux’s wine history, walk its UNESCO-listed streets, and enjoy a sommelier-led wine and cheese tasting on this gourmet walking tour. In the afternoon, meet in central Bordeaux and set off on foot: you’ll explore its atmospheric neighborhoods, will learn about its vinous history at the wine tasting, will glimpse its historic landmarks, and more. Afterwards, finish with a tutored tasting and pairing session in an evocative location.

You can discover a wide selection of wines and learn the art of pairing cheeses and wines. Time will pass without you noticing, with a terrace offering exceptional views of the vineyards.

Notre dégustation est ouverte à tous, néophytes ou professionnels. Elle permet de découvrir l'approche de la dégustation. Elle permet également de découvrir des vins très représentatifs de la région Bordelaise Possibilité d'acheter du vin et même de se le faire expédier.

Tuscan cuisine is one of the most famous in Italy, so there’s no better place to learn how to make the region’s most traditional dishes than Montepulciano in the heart of Tuscany. Meet with a Tuscan chef to prepare four iconic recipes together, including “crostino toscano”, fresh “pici” pasta with "aglione" sauce, and “cantucci” cookies. Feast on your handiwork over a sit-down meal to cap off your class.

Delve into the world of Bulgarian wine and sample vintages that are hard to find outside the country with this private wine tasting in the heart of Varna. Learn about the country’s wine-making areas and grapes from your sommelier host as you sip four or six different local wines and snack on Bulgarian appetizers and small bites.

A must for all wine fans. Tour the grounds and vineyards of an authentic local winery in the heart of Mallorca’s wine country, and discover how wine is made on the island. See where the vines grow ripe grapes ready for pressing, and explore the winery and cellars to learn more about the wine made here. Taste wine like a pro, and enjoy typical local snacks.

Join a certified sommelier and explore the boutique wineries in the hills surrounding Montefalco to meet with the winemakers and sample Sagrantino and other traditional wines from Umbria. Skip the hassle of trying to find these hidden wineries yourself with round-trip transportation from Assisi and visit two wineries for tours, tastings, and a family-style dinner featuring local specialties.

Take a break from the bustle of Rome or Naples with a stop in the resort town of Sperlonga, a popular seaside retreat since ancient times. Join your guide for a stroll through the old town to learn about its history; for an extra fee, you can also opt to add on a wine tasting in town or a winery visit and tasting lunch at a cellar in the vineyards just outside the town.

Learn how to make delicious cocktails with port wine during this workshop at the Espaço Porto Cruz. Discover the history of port wine and the winemaking process at Espaço Porto Cruz from your instructor. Sample the two ports that are used and then use them to create the Caipiporto and Spicy pink cocktails which you can enjoy at the terrace lounge overlooking the Douro River.

Follow your guide on a unique initiatory and sensory journey in the heart of a protected natural environment, the Plain of Versailles. He will reveal all the secrets of organic viticulture to you and share fascinating anecdotes with you. The visit begins with a walk through the paths of the vineyard and its collection of rare grape varieties; on a clear day you can see the Palace of Versailles in the background. Then, it's time for tasting. Learn the different stages of tasting while savoring 3 unique cuvées en primeurs. It will be a moment of sharing and conviviality not to be missed.

Visiting a working Cava producer outside Barcelona to learn the production process—and leave with a bottle you've labeled and corked yourself—requires local contacts and transport that most visitors don't have. This private workshop covers the origins and production of Cava at a winery with an onsite farmhouse, with tastings of at least three varieties and a bottling session included.

Champagne Guy De Chassey is a Grand Cru wine estate located in the winemaking village of Louvois. With this tour, go behind the scenes and discover the Champagne process from vineyard to glass. Peek into the vaulted cellars, visit the manual riddling room, then sample three different Premium Champagnes.