Private Tour
Wine Tasting in Heart of Sofia
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
During your personal tasting experience I will guide you through the distinctive world of Bulgarian wines. Although Bulgaria has been producing wine for 5000 years it is still relatively unknown to the rest of the world. Now a rising new generation of Bulgarian boutique winemakers are devoted to the craft and bringing new attention to our country.
You will taste 5 wine varieties of local grapes unique to Bulgaria, that can not be found anywhere else: Miskets, Melnik, Mavrud, Gumza and Rubin. Plus, local cheeses, artisanal bread and mineral water.
The tasting is held in one of the best boutique wine shops in Sofia – Tempus Vini, which is located on an artsy street in the city center, known for its fine restaurants and boutiques. And just a few streets away from Sofia’s main pedestrian boulevard.
During the tasting I can tell you about the wine regions of Bulgaria including the history and the wine culture of my beautiful country.
All tastings are held in English or Bulgarian
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
During your personal tasting experience I will guide you through the distinctive world of Bulgarian wines. Although Bulgaria has been producing wine for 5000 years it is still relatively unknown to the rest of the world. Now a rising new generation of Bulgarian boutique winemakers are devoted to the craft and bringing new attention to our country. You will taste 5 wine varieties of local grapes unique to Bulgaria, that can not be found anywhere else: Miskets, Melnik, Mavrud, Gumza and Rubin. Plus, local cheeses and mineral water. All the wines will be elevating the intensity and aromas so they will be served in one glass. In case in bigger groups wine tasting will be held in bigger,special equiped with multimedia hall,very close to the shop.
Sample Menu
starter
Local Bulgarian cheeses
3 different local cheeses (for bigger groups and special occasions there will be a special catering provided)
What‘s Included
Tasting of unique Bulgarian grapes
Private transportation
Options
Wine tasting in heart of Sofia
Wine Tasting: We will taste 5 local grapes with local cheese delicacies.
Reviews
551 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Brilliant Experience Great Host
rogercambs,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As a heathen when it comes to wine I found it really interesting. Learned a lit about Bulgaria as well as grapes and wine production. Got to try 5 very special wines with accompaning cheeses. Knowledge host, they have TWO venues on the same street, this the smaller one. Toilet is very tiny, so go to the loo before arriving.. highly recommend
Fantastic Bulgarian wines in an intimate and cosy setting.
Barbarellata,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tempus Vini is a hidden gem in Sofia. The tasting felt personal and relaxed, with a great selection of unique Bulgarian wines you won’t find elsewhere. A highlight was the crowd favorite Pamid—light, fresh, and full of red berry notes, very easy to drink and quite different from heavier reds. The host, Kalin is very knowledgeable and made the experience both informative and fun without being too formal. The small group setting and cheese (from local producer) pairings added to the cozy atmosphere. Highly recommended if you want to discover something different from the usual wine regions.
Bulgarian wine and history
natashagT8459VV,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had so much fun trying delicious Bulgarian wines and cheese! Kalin was very knowledgeable and made sure we had a solid understanding of the history of wine in Bulgaria, as well as the various wines we tried. I highly recommend this experience, whether you’re a dedicated wine connoisseur or just want to try something new.
Wines and more
Federica p,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was not a simple tasting but an encounter with Bulgarian wine history and culture. Kalin has proved to be an experienced teacher and a great connoisseur of wines, even of the world. A journey not only of wine but also of typical Bulgarian flavors (he served us a cheese board) in accompaniment to the wines. If you want to have an experience that is not just tasting wines, book with him: it will be a meeting that you can also crown with the purchase and shipment of your favorites. Again Kalin was very professional in inquiring if the shipment had arrived and more importantly if the wines were intact
This experience was the...
John S,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was the perfect introduction to Bulgarian wines! The wine was excellent (as were the cheese pairings), and Kalin provided a very informative overview of Bulgarian winemaking and its history. I ended up buying a bottle of orange wine from Kalin’s own private label.
Wine Tasting
Eve P,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I recently had the pleasure of attending an exceptional wine tasting event, and it truly exceeded every expectation. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was warm, elegant, and welcoming — perfectly setting the tone for an evening dedicated to discovery and enjoyment. I would highly recommend it to anyone, whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or simply looking for a unique and enjoyable night out.
Just go and enjoy yourself
mchammers5,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience at Tempus Vini. We had the chance to try wines produced by the owner himself which was really nice. His knowledge as well - very informative very worth doing
Excellent wine tasting on a visit to Sofia!
stefanodW484XV,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kalin wine tasting was perfect: tasty, passionate, convivial. I tasted 5 great wines at Tempus Vini, while listening and learning a lot of new information about the history of winemaking in Bulgaria. Kalin conveys competence, passion and professionalism. Highly recommended (including cheeses provided in the tasting) --- Kalin's wine tasting was perfect: delicious, passionate, and convivial. I tasted five excellent wines at Tempus Vini, while listening and learning so much about the history of winemaking in Bulgaria. Kalin exudes expertise, passion, and professionalism. Highly recommended (including the cheeses provided with the tasting).
Best wine experience in Sofia
kellen r,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hello! I just wanted to say that the wine experience today was amazing. I got to try orange wine for the first time, such a new and exciting discovery for me! My favorite of all was the Gamza. Thank you so much for the wonderful tasting and for sharing your knowledge about these fantastic wines!
Very friendly, knowledgeable host with excellent wines to try.
E5343UPjohns,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kalin is clearly very knowledgeable about wine, even bottling a limited run of his own wine for us to try. The quality of the 5 wines on offer was surprisingly good, as was the local cheese that was matched with the wine. We got to learn not only about the wines on offer, but also the region and the history of winemaking there.
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