Overview
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1 hour
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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
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)
Options
Wine tasting in heart of Sofia
Wine Tasting: We will taste 5 local grapes with local cheese delicacies.
What‘s Included
Tasting of unique Bulgarian grapes
Private transportation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
563 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great wine tasting
brittderoos,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great experience where we learned a lot about the wine history and culture of Bulgary. The wines all tasted great, with a nice piece of cheese.
Great tasting
Marit V,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a very nice and interesting time at the wine tasting. Kalin told us a lot about Bulgarian wines, the history, culture and taste. We would definitely recommend to do this tour.
A Fantastic Introduction to Bulgarian Wine Culture
kellie1980x2,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An outstanding experience and one of the highlights of my time in Sofia. The host was exceptionally knowledgeable and clearly passionate about Bulgarian wine, sharing fascinating insights into the country’s winemaking traditions and regions. The intimate setting created a relaxed and personal atmosphere, while the selection of wines was superb. It was particularly special to taste several wines that had been custom made by the host, offering something truly unique that you won’t find elsewhere. The wines were thoughtfully paired with a delicious selection of local cheeses, which complemented each tasting beautifully. Lasting just under two hours, the experience struck the perfect balance between being informative, engaging and enjoyable. Excellent value for money and a wonderful introduction to Bulgarian wine culture. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Sofia.
Fantastic wines (and cheeses!)
Aquamarineash,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kalin was great. He is obviously an expert in wine and viticulture and was a superb host in explaining Bulgarian wine production; its origins and contemporary production. The wines he selected were a brilliant selection of the variety of Bulgarian wines available. He was also patient with my many questions. The cheeses selected were also wonderful pairings and tasted great as well. Would thoroughly recommend.
Knowledgeable host with some great wines chosen.
julie n,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful little venue with a fantastic host. Tasted two of his own wines one I liked so much I bought a bottle. Very informative. I was one of only two people so it felt very exclusive.
Informative and nice wine tasting session in the heart of Sofia !! No pressure small groups. I strongly recommend it.
Jean B,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a very informative and nice wine tasting session in the heart of Sofia !! No pressure small groups. I strongly recommend it.!!
Interesting testing wine
PascaleB589,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice and interesting evening with Kalin. It was very interesting to know the history of vineyard in Bulgarian, to discover the different wine regions and of course to taste wines guided by the advice and explanations of our host. We’ll come back for a new wine tasting at Tempus Vini Wine Point !
Informative and delicious!
Tina D,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent a wonderful evening with Kalin! He had prepared a very informative presentation with visuals and offered a nice variety of wines and cheeses. In the end our group of 4 bought 6 bottles of the recommended wines. It was well worth our time!
Knowledgeable wine tasting lesson
megansA1005EF,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Kalin is very knowledgeable of the history of wine in Bulgaria and wine in general which makes the tasting quite educational. The new shop is ideal space for 6-8 people; clean and bright.
Bulgarian wine and Viticulture
Bret M,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Enjoyed learning about Bulgarian viticulture, history, and wines. Kalin was very much a student and teacher of the industry. Really appreciated his insights and comparisons to other wine regions. We tasted 5 wines, 3 or which were his own production. The wines helped us explore the different white and red grapes while also sampling some very good local sheep and cow cheeses. Afterwards we were able to purchase from his store stock or those we sampled.
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