Wine Tasting near the Aquarium of Genoa

About this tour

Taste selected local wines from Liguria seaside with our guides, either in English or in Italian. Hosted in a traditional wine bar called “Enoteca”, you will discover how wines are made from the soil to the glass

Learn about tasting notes (sight, olfactory, gustatory), ancient winemaking techniques, and food and wine pairings in a friendly and relaxed way. Take home top tricks to taste like a professional sommelier.

Begin your tasting by exploring Liguria as a wine region within the Italian and European (read: French) context.

Start by tasting a selection of two white wines before moving on to two reds. Discover grapes far from the Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay you’re used to, namely: Pigato, Vermentino, Granaccia, Rossese, Ormeasco di Pornassio, all DOC Riviera Ligure di Ponente, and Lumassina IGT Colline Savonesi.

Each wine will be covered in terms of tasting notes, vineyard care, winemaking, pairing, and the history behind the producers or related local traditions. Each wine will be paired with cheese and ham. Water and grissini bread will be served alongside.

Stay inside in the comfortable chairs or enjoy the beautiful piazza and this unique Genoa wine tasting experience.

Ideal for couples, families with grown-up children, and groups of friends (max 7 people, or please request a group booking).