Private Tour
Classic Vineyard Distillery Tour and Tasting Experience in Jersey
Overview
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1 hour
Mobile ticket
Experience a taste of Jersey with a unique insight into Jersey's only working vineyard and distillery.
You’ll learn about the history of the estate, the different grape varieties grown on site, and the winemaking process. You'll go behind-the-scenes in the winery & sample some of the estate’s award-winning wines. From a crisp white to a summery rose and an award-winning red, there is something to suit every palate. During the tasting, a knowledgeable guide will talk you through the different wines, explaining the grape varieties used and the winemaking process.
You'll see the Alembic Charentais Cognac still where all of La Mare's spirits are crafted with a taste of Jersey Cream Liqueur in chocolate toasting cups
You'll also have the opportunity to try the estate’s homemade chocolate, fudge and Jersey Black Butter. Children are also welcome. Under 10s go free and older children receive an apple juice, activity pack and treat.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We only serve alcoholic drinks for guests 18 years old and above. Minor guests below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
La Mare Chocolate Square & Jersey Fudge Sample
Wine flight of our red, rose and white wines. Samples of Branchage Cider, Prestige Cider, Jersey Cream Liqueur
Guide
We only serve alcoholic drinks for travellers 18 years old and above.
What To Expect
La Mare Wine Estate Jersey
Our Classic Guided Tour & Tasting Experience will give you behind the scenes access to our winery, distillery, chocolate kitchen and food production areas. Your experience will begin with a sample tasting of our Branchage cider & introduction to the history of the estate while enjoying the breathtaking views of our vineyards. Inside the winery you will have the opportunity to sample three of our wines and learn about the life of a Jersey vine throughout the year from grape to glass. In our bottling room enjoy a refreshing taste of our award-winning Branchage Prestige Sparkling Dry Méthode Traditionnelle Fine Cider. You will then visit our authentic working Cognac-Style Distillery where you will find out how we distill our unique Jersey Cream Liqueur and enjoy a tasting. You will see where we make our very own genuine Jersey fudge, biscuits and preserves, including our famous Jersey Black Butter and sample some traditional Jersey treats.
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Classic Vineyard Distillery Tour and Tasting Experience in Jersey
Reviews
57 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Family day out at La Mare wine tasting & tour!
Sightsee04901390181,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide John was absolutely amazing - we did the wine tasting tour. John was very knowledgeable and engaging - very warm welcome and kept the children evolved. Definitely recommend for a family day out!
Autumn tour
ianhF8751BC,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour , Bob was a great laugh , real character,sampled great prices , ended up purchasing some for back home , real friendly cafe
Lovely, Informative Vineyard Tour - a Great Way to Spend a Couple of Hours
LadyB023,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting and informative tour led by Bob. Extensive explanation of the vineyard work from January through to October by our guide, followed by explanations of the winemaking and distilling processes. Wine tasting inside with reasonable sized samples of their white, rose and red wines- I was not familiar with any of the grapes grown at La Mare. Great gift shop at the end - perfect for buying family gifts if you are heading home in a few days.
Very poor portion of food served in the cafe.
julietf636,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00I thoroughly enjoyed our tour with guide Helen. Very knowledgeable and interesting. The vineyard, its buildings and distillery are all first rate. However my serving of crab salad for lunch was dismal. An eggcup-full size of crab meat on a bed of spinach leaves with slithers of apple. Considering it was harvest time in a location surrounded by apple orchards it was meanness beyond belief.
A family day out.
mlfcram,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We visited as a family and a great time. The grandkids really enjoyed the fairy trail and the prize at the end. All the staff were really helpful and friendly. A real asset for the island.
Informative, tasty, and hilariously charming — highly recommend (Roger agrees)
719dawnt,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a brilliant afternoon at La Matte Wine & Vineyard! Helen was an absolute fountain of wine wisdom — turns out there is a difference between “notes of oak” and “tastes like it’s been stored in a shed.” 🍷 We even met Roger the resident cockerel, who clearly thinks he owns the place (and to be fair, he might). The Sunday sharing board was next-level delicious — so good, in fact, we stopped “sharing” pretty early on. Let’s just say we rolled out feeling very content… and slightly piggy. 🐷
Classic tour, well worth the money, friendly atmosphere. There were 4 in our tour, the two of us, and another couple .
christinemB6884ZT,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Helen, our guide was very knowledgeable and made the tour very enjoyable. We actually arrived too early for our tour, but Helen accommodated us by changing our tour to the earlier one. Tour lasted about 1 hour, enjoyed the tastings. The estate is beautiful to wander around, and shop is lovely. A must see to find Roger the Rooster!
Beware
Lynn V,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00The wines we tasted were all very disappointing. Only the cider was drinkable. Also it would have been more than helpful if there had been a sign in the shop to say that chutneys etc could not go thru customs baggage check in. Seems this is a very regular mistake that travellers make. I was not tempted to make another purchase in duty free!
Great experience
sheilapJ7923SR,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very enjoyable experience,we had a great guide called Bob who was great fun and very knowledgeable..would definitely recommend to anyone going to Jersey …
Vineyard tour
VandSP,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A good, fun informative tour. Also lovely cafe for a spot of lunch afterwards and well stocked shop all with local products. Only gave a 4 instead of 5 as the wines weren’t our taste but that’s just personal preference.
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