São Miguel Island > Ponta Delgada > Wine & Cheese Tasting Experience
Azorean Cheese and Wine Tasting Experience
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Join a small-group of food lovers and taste some of the best cheese and wines in Portugal! This experience takes place at a unique volcanic wine tasting room, surrounded by an exuberant garden, at the historical downtown of Ponta Delgada. Gain insights on the cheese and wines from our Hungry Wales expert host, and learn about the history and lifestyle of the Azores through compelling stories.
This is a fun, relaxed and informative experience for both beginners and seasoned wine & cheese lovers! Price: €79 per Adult| €55 per youth (12 to 17 y.o.)
Runs: Mondays and Thursdays at 17h Duration: 2h
Private tastings: we can provide tailored private tastings of Azorean cheese & wines. Please contact us.
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What makes this experience unique
• Taste delicious Azorean cheeses and wines, to be found nowhere else in the world
• Learn from a knowledgable culinary guide
• Great for both serious cheese/wine enthusiasts as well as novices
• Enjoy the charm of a unique volcanic garden
• Tasty, informative and relaxed experience
• Learn from a knowledgable culinary guide
• Great for both serious cheese/wine enthusiasts as well as novices
• Enjoy the charm of a unique volcanic garden
• Tasty, informative and relaxed experience
Useful Information
Inclusions:
• 6 kinds of cheese (soft, half-cure, hard, etc.)
• Jams, breads, season fruits
• 4 wines (aperitif, white, red, digestive)
• Dessert
Not-Included
• Charcuterie or meats
• 6 kinds of cheese (soft, half-cure, hard, etc.)
• Jams, breads, season fruits
• 4 wines (aperitif, white, red, digestive)
• Dessert
Not-Included
• Charcuterie or meats
Description
Enjoy the cosy atmosphere of a private tasting room in Ponta Delgada, surrounded by a beautiful garden.
Get introduced to 6 delicious Azorean cheeses, produced in different islands from free-grazing cows and goats, which are representative of the variety and quality of local dairy products.
Taste unique Azorean wines and learn about local grape types castes such as "Verdelho" or "Arinto". Get insights on how local vineyards developed and adapted to the specific geology and climate of the islands. Hungry Whales' expert host will provide commentary, insights and guidance.
Pair your cheeses and wines with other delicacies, such as homemade jam, local fruits and different kinds of breads, on the quest for your favourite combination, and get a real taste of the Azores!
This Experience is great for both serious cheese and wine enthusiasts as well as novices looking to up their game!
Good to know
• Small groups (max. 10 pax)
• Duration: about 3h
• Foods and wines are served in generous portions
• This activity is suitable for families with teenagers (age 12+, non-alcoholic drinks available).
For families with children under twelve years old: please contact us to book a private experience.
Contact us for additional information or private bookings:
+351969725337
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Get introduced to 6 delicious Azorean cheeses, produced in different islands from free-grazing cows and goats, which are representative of the variety and quality of local dairy products.
Taste unique Azorean wines and learn about local grape types castes such as "Verdelho" or "Arinto". Get insights on how local vineyards developed and adapted to the specific geology and climate of the islands. Hungry Whales' expert host will provide commentary, insights and guidance.
Pair your cheeses and wines with other delicacies, such as homemade jam, local fruits and different kinds of breads, on the quest for your favourite combination, and get a real taste of the Azores!
This Experience is great for both serious cheese and wine enthusiasts as well as novices looking to up their game!
Good to know
• Small groups (max. 10 pax)
• Duration: about 3h
• Foods and wines are served in generous portions
• This activity is suitable for families with teenagers (age 12+, non-alcoholic drinks available).
For families with children under twelve years old: please contact us to book a private experience.
Contact us for additional information or private bookings:
+351969725337
