Bilbao: txakoli and Rioja wine tasting with a sommelier
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75-minute tasting in Bilbao, opposite the Guggenheim: five Basque wines from Txakoli and Rioja Alavesa led by a sommelier, with local cheeses and charcuterie. Rated 4.9/5 from 59 reviews.
- 1 hour 15 minutes
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- English
- Mobile ticket
Practical details
- Duration
- 1 hour 15 minutes
- Guide languages
- English
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Five Basque wines, whites and reds
- Txakoli and Rioja Alavesa
- Professional sommelier
- Paired with local cheeses and charcuterie
- Opposite the Guggenheim Museum
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Our take
A short, well-focused way to understand the two wines of the Basque Country, easy to fit in before or after the Guggenheim. It is no substitute for a winery visit, but in 75 minutes you learn enough to order wisely in the bars.
What's included
- Tasting led by a sommelier
- Five wines with local nibbles
Not included
- Tips
Good to know
Things to keep in mind
- The tasting is in English
- Let them know in advance about any dietary restrictions with the cheeses
- Groups of up to 13 people
Meeting point
Gastronomía Bilbao, Plaza de la Salve, 6, Bilbao.
The tasting room is part of a venue with a wine bar and shop, opposite the Guggenheim.
The experience
What you will see
- The two wines of the Basque Country: txakoli and the reds and whites of Rioja Alavesa.
- A tasting room inside a venue with a wine bar and shop.
How it works
You arrive at Gastronomía Bilbao, opposite the Guggenheim, and a sommelier takes you through five wines over just over an hour, explaining the traditions of each area. Each wine comes with local cheeses and charcuterie.
Who I recommend it for
- Anyone who wants to understand Basque wine quickly.
- Anyone visiting the Guggenheim and looking for something nearby.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Anyone hoping to visit vineyards or a winery.
Accessibility
Check accessibility with the provider.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
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