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Too expensive
Excellent products for sure, but the samples are really, really small, the price is disproportionate
Trieste’s Essence Wine and Olive Oil Tasting
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $37 / person
- Location
- Trieste, Italy
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 7 reviews
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Trieste Unique Tours
- Meeting point
- The wine bar is situated in via Roma 24B. It has a glass door and two windows, with bottles of wine decorating the glass.
Description
Experience Trieste through its unique wines, olive oils, and artisan pairings from the Karst, guided by local experts. Savor authentic flavors, stories, and traditions in a friendly atmosphere: an experience that goes beyond tasting, rooted in culture and conviviality.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $37
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Artisan cured meats and cheeses from local Karst producers
White wine (Vitovska, Istrian Malvasia, or Glera) and red wine (Terrano or Refosco)
Two extra virgin olive oils from Trieste
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
7 reviews
How it compares in Trieste
- Starting price $37 is 76% below the typical $155 for tours of similar length in Trieste
Excurgo comparison of 203 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Trieste’s Essence Wine and Olive Oil Tasting take?
Trieste’s Essence Wine and Olive Oil Tasting lasts about 1 hour.
How much does Trieste’s Essence Wine and Olive Oil Tasting cost?
Prices start at $37 per person for this Trieste experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Trieste’s Essence Wine and Olive Oil Tasting run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
Can I cancel Trieste’s Essence Wine and Olive Oil Tasting for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The wine bar is situated in via Roma 24B. It has a glass door and two windows, with bottles of wine decorating the glass. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Trieste’s Essence Wine and Olive Oil Tasting worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 7 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Trieste Unique Tours.
Reviews(7)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
A
Good
The tasting was very well explained, the portions were a bit small
Operator response
We understand that you might have had different expectations about the portions, but we're glad you enjoyed the local host's explanations. Thank you for your feedback!
3
A lovely local experience
I’ve never been to anything like this so I didn’t know what to expect, but we really enjoyed it, friendly atmosphere, lovely location, educational and interesting. Not to mention the wines and canapés were incredible! Host was so so lovely and passionate.
Operator response
We're so glad you had a great time, especially if it was the first time doing a similar experience! Come back anytime :)
S
A very enjoyable and informative experience
I really enjoyed learning about the “ladies’” and “gentlemen’” grapes and the different wine regions around Trieste. It was also my first time tasting olive oil like this. I normally just use it for cooking and salads, so it was lovely to learn how to appreciate the different flavours. The wines and canapés were delicious, and everything was explained in a friendly, relaxed way. I left having learned something new and would happily recommend this experience.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the lovely review and recommendation! We're glad you had a great time and learned so much about the wine and olive oil of the area!
1
Excellent
It was excellent! Learnt so much about how to taste wine and olive oil! Also the influences from different regions! The lady (I’m so sorry I don’t remember her name) was hugely passionate and extremely well informed! Obviously lives her subject and that was infectious! We were on our own doing the tasting which gave us more confidence and we asked a lot of questions
Operator response
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're glad you enjoyed the experience and the atmosphere. We hope you can welcome you in Trieste again soon!
K
A great opportunity to learn about local wines
This was a highlight experience in Trieste, I thoroughly enjoyed learning about the two main different growing regions and types of wines produced and the tastings of both the wines and olive oils. The Cominte bar is a lovely and relaxed venue and Elena who hosted the tasting had an excellent knowledge of the products.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you for the great review! We're so happy you enjoyed learning about the region's wines and territory, and that you liked the experience!
S
Highly recommended!
One of my favorite things I did in Trieste, it felt so authentic and not touristy at all 😍 The place is so welcoming and relaxed, and the wine expert was both knowledgeable and genuinely passionate about local products. I loved learning about the the wines from the Karst area and I looooved trying the Terrano, it was the first time and it was so good! Also, I’ve never done an olive oil tasting before and it was so interesting! 🤩 Highly recommended!
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you so much for your lovely recommendation! We're really happy you enjoyed the experience and discovered some of the local wines and olive oils with us!
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