{"id":16396,"date":"2019-03-13T18:04:14","date_gmt":"2019-03-13T18:04:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devoursansebastianfoodtours.com\/?p=1719"},"modified":"2022-09-08T16:22:29","modified_gmt":"2022-09-08T16:22:29","slug":"wine-tastings-in-san-sebastian","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/dev.devourtours.com\/blog\/wine-tastings-in-san-sebastian\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Favorite Wine Tastings in San Sebastian"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Northern Spain is home to some of the absolute best wine in the country\u2014which makes chic San Sebastian an ideal spot for a wine tasting.<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

You’ve got your crisp Basque txakolis<\/em>, classic riojas, underrated gems from nearby Navarra\u2014when it comes to wines to order in San Sebastian<\/a>, you’re spoiled for choice. But why limit yourself to just one fabulous variety when you can try several? That’s where the top wine tastings and wine tours in San Sebastian<\/a> come in. Here’s everything you need to know about wine tastings in San Sebastian, from where to go to what to expect.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Go\u00f1i\u00a0Ardoteka<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Considered one of the best wine shops in San Sebastian<\/a> for decades, it comes as no surprise that the family behind Go\u00f1i Ardoteka<\/a> really knows their stuff when it comes to wine. With hundreds of wines from all over Spain, they offer something for everyone. Their wine tastings are 100 percent personalized to your tastes, group, and budget, so you can be sure you’re getting the exact experience you want. Get in touch<\/a> and their friendly, professional staff will be happy to help organize the tasting of your dreams.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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The only thing better than a wine tasting: a custom wine tasting!<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Essencia<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

In addition to housing more than 700 fantastic international wines,\u00a0Essencia<\/a>\u00a0also offers some of the most exclusive wine tastings in San Sebastian. Each tasting offers a glimpse at the countless flavors, scents, and experiences that a single bottle of excellent wine can contain, evoking an ever-growing passion for\u00a0vino\u00a0<\/em>with\u00a0each sip. They send regular updates about upcoming tastings and events via email and WhatsApp, so sign up through the contact form on the main page of their website to get on the list.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Wine lovers, unite! Sharing good wine with good friends makes for the perfect evening out.<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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The team at <\/span>Curdel\u00f3n<\/span><\/a> is\u00a0deeply passionate about wine and eager to indulge your curiosity with a wide range of Spanish and international wines to purchase by the glass or bottle. The menu changes frequently so you\u2019ll always find something new to try. Curdel\u00f3n offers <\/span>custom wine tastings<\/span><\/a> for both small and large groups where you\u2019ll sample five wines with delicious artisan cheeses.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Lurka<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\r\n

If you enjoy a sweet treat with your wine, look no further than the award-winning chocolate shop <\/span>Lurka<\/span><\/a> for wine and chocolate tastings. Inspired by his Mexican and Basque heritage, pastry chef and chocolate maker Pablo Ibarreche is proud to share his love for Mexican chocolate and cacao. At San Sebastian\u2019s first \u201cbean to bar\u201d shop, the chocolate is made in-house with the highest quality ingredients. We think this chocolate and vino tasting is perfect for any occasion.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Txakol\u00ed winery day trip<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

We\u2019ve already mentioned\u00a0txakol\u00ed<\/em>\u2014the crisp, semi-sparkling white wine native to the Basque Country, and one of the can\u2019t-miss options for\u00a0what to drink in San Sebastian<\/a>. You\u2019ll be able to find it at just about any bar here in the city, but if you want to go one step further and taste it straight from the source, you\u2019ll love San Sebastian Tourism\u2019s\u00a0Txakoli Winery Tour with Tasting<\/a>. The experience will whisk you away to the idyllic coastal village of\u00a0Getaria<\/a>, one of the foremost\u00a0txakol\u00ed\u00a0<\/em>production areas, where you\u2019ll visit the vineyards and enjoy a tasting of the final product complete with traditional bites.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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The stunning vineyards just outside San Sebastian will take your breath away! Photo credit: Elkano<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n

This post was originally published on March 13, 2019, and updated with new text on September 9, 2022.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Craving more than just wine? We can’t blame you\u2014you’re in San Sebastian, home to some of the best food in the world! Join us on our Ultimate Pintxos & Wine Tour<\/a> to experience the best of both worlds: a curated selection of the best authentic pintxos San Sebastian has to offer, perfectly paired with the drinks locals love, including an outstanding selection of regional wines. Along the way, you’ll pick up invaluable insider info and tips for eating like a local\u2014so you can make every meal count throughout your stay in San Sebastian.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n