Do I need wine experience to join?

No. The experience is designed for all levels—beginners to enthusiasts. The sommelier adapts the session to your knowledge and comfort.

What's included in the 2.5-hour session?

Expert sommelier guidance, access to the winery's wine selection for blending, tasting education, and hands-on blending of your custom wine. Check with the supplier about bottling or take-home options.

Is this suitable for children?

Yes—the activity is flexible for all ages. Children can participate in the blending process and learn about wine production; tasting portions can be adjusted.

Can I take my blended wine home?

This depends on the winery's policies. Confirm with the supplier whether your blend is bottled for you to take as a souvenir or served on-site.

How many people can participate?

This is a private experience, so it's tailored to your group. Confirm group size limits with the supplier when booking.

Wear comfortable, casual clothing you don't mind potentially staining. Closed-toe shoes are recommended for winery safety.

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Private Make Your Own Wine Experience

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Plovdiv, Bulgaria

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About this activity

Create your own wine blend under expert guidance at a premier Plovdiv winery, led by a professional sommelier who tailors the experience to your skill level. This hands-on session transforms you from observer to winemaker in just 2.5 hours, regardless of prior knowledge.

The uniqueness of this activity comes from the fact that it takes place in one of the best wineries in Bulgaria, it's lead by a professional sommelier, it's flexible and all customers fully enjoy it no matter of their age, experience or field of work. It's truly fascinating and worth experiencing it.

Highlights

✓Blend your own wine using the winery's selection of varietals
✓One-on-one guidance from a certified sommelier
✓Learn blending techniques and flavour pairing principles
✓Customised experience for all ages and experience levels
✓Set in one of Bulgaria's top wineries

Insider tips

★Arrive with an open palate—the sommelier will guide you through tasting before you blend, so you understand what you're working with
★Wear neutral clothing; wine stains are possible when handling multiple varietals
★Ask the sommelier about taking your blend home; some wineries bottle it for you as a souvenir

Good to know

•Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes total
•Private experience—it's just you and the sommelier
•Suitable for all ages and backgrounds; no winemaking experience required
•Located at a professional winery facility in Plovdiv

Who it's for

Wine enthusiasts wanting hands-on experience beyond tastingCouples or small groups seeking interactive date activitiesCorporate or family gatherings (flexible for groups)Travellers curious about Bulgarian wine production

Best time to visit

Visit during Bulgaria's harvest season (September–October) for peak grape availability and atmosphere, though the experience runs year-round. Late morning or early afternoon is ideal to avoid fatigue and maximise your concentration.

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Reviews

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Adam G.

May 2026

our host Amani sorted everything for us and a fish taco from a tiny street stall was the highlight, and miles ahead of a similar food tour we tried in Crete, 10/10

Tara A.

May 2026

our host Hana was brilliant and the lamb kofte was the highlight ... Went last tuesday so it wasnt too busy. Fine even with my dodgy knee, and tried about 8 dishes, and first thing in the morning. Would book again no question, def recommend

Zoe W.

Aug 2025

our host Mehmet sorted everything for us and the slow-cooked tagine was the highlight ... Over easter break so it wasnt too busy. Ideal with kids (ours are 6 and 9), and tried about 8 dishes, and for our anniversary. Would book again no question.

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