The 15 Best Slovenian Wine Tastings

1.2-Hour Interactive Wine Tasting Experience in Ljubljana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 382 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $72Our pick

Meet Boris or Tina at Grajska Vinoteka in Ljubljana Castle for a two-hour English tasting of seven Slovenian wines. You’ll sample bottles from different wine regions, test your senses through games, hear local stories, and pair the wines with bread, cheese, olives, walnuts, and Slovenian oil.

“This was the best wine tasting experience we have ever had! The host Tina is amazing and incredibly knowledgeable about Slovenian wines. She was funny and so nice. We had such an amazing time. Do not miss out on this experience!”

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2.Food & Wine Tour Ljubljana – Local Foodie Adventure in Slovenia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 262 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $114

Start at Prešeren Square and follow a guide such as Simona, Nataša, Tanja, or Alenka through Ljubljana’s Old Town. You’ll enjoy seven food tastings, four Slovenian wines, Central Market, local restaurants, and stories about the city and its cuisine.

“Simona was so engaging, knowledgeable, and fun! We sampled a delicious array of dishes and wines. Ran into her the following day and she greeted us with a big smile! We practically felt like locals ❤️”

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3.2-Hour Interactive Wine Tasting Experience in Bled

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 243 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $70

Join Boris, Tina, or another local wine expert at a 100-year-old cellar in Bled for seven Slovenian wines, simple appetizers, games, and wine challenges. The two-hour evening begins at 8:30 pm and covers several wine regions in a relaxed, social setting.

“The wine selection was very good and we enjoyed trying 7 wines from Slovenia. Boris was very knowledgeable about the wine he chose and regions each one came from. That being said, there was a lot of time spent on upselling other wines, chocolate and investing in his startup company. That plus the fact that the wine tasting was supposed to be 2 hours and it ended up being 1.5 instead with Boris rushing through made me take two stars off my rating. Overall I was happy enough with the experience but if these two points were different I’d have rated it much higher.”

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4.Wine Tasting Experience with Appetizers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 158 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $64

Meet an English-speaking sommelier, often Boris, Anna, Tina, or another member of the team, in Ljubljana Castle’s wine cellar. You’ll taste seven Slovenian wines, compare regions and grapes, enjoy simple appetizers, take part in games and blindfold challenges, and receive a souvenir wine ambassador certificate.

“Stunning experience, we descover Sloveny by a nice and exhaustive wine trip. It was very interesting, relaxing and exciting! I strongly suggest this wine tasting, either for the complete knowledge about slonenian wines and vineyard or for the magic atmosphere that we lived. Tina was kind, nice and a very expert wine specialist. The quality of wine was amazing, and the tasting was escort with clear description of all the products.. I really suggest this wine tasting in the city center of Ljubljana😍❤️”

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5.Wine Tasting with Pairing Snacks in Vipava Valley

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 153 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30Best value

At Lepa Vida Boutique Winery, Irena or Matija leads a tasting of at least five, usually seven, wines made on site. You’ll learn about Vipava Valley wine and food while enjoying homemade salami, seasonal snacks, bread, and scenic views.

“We were so upset that we were unable to make this experience due to a time delay crossing the border from Bosnia. Not more than 2 hours later, the host messaged us to double check that we were okay— so kind!”

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6.An Unforgettable Day With Fish, Wine and Olive Oil Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Start in Portorož at 11:00 for a boat visit to the Fonda Fish Garden near Koper. Learn how the farm works, see its floating fish pens, and finish with Slovenian wine, olive oil, and snacks. The experience is in English and lasts about two and a half hours.

“An unexpected surprise. We had a fantastic introduction to the Fonda fish farm which is really more like a fish garden. The information provided was fascinating and we learned so much. Plus we had the opportunity to take a boat out to see the gardens. They are amazing! And we also had a lovely wine and snack at the end. It was a wonderful time and we highly recommend this experience.”

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7.Vinag Wine Cellar Tour with Wine tasting and snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 27 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $38

Descend 23 steps into Vinag’s 2.2-kilometre cellar beneath Maribor. A live English or Slovenian guide explains the 1847 winery, wooden barrels, concrete tanks, and local wine-making. You’ll taste three wines with cheese, nuts, and dried fruit, then browse the cellar shop.

“Martin was a great guide, we have learned a lot and enjoyed tasty Slovenian wines.”

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8.Food & Wine tour with a Sommelier

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 22 reviews · 3 hours · from $104

Meet sommelier Ana Povše at Ljubljana’s central market for three hours of Slovenian food and wine. Visit four or more local stops, taste specialties from all Slovenian regions, learn pairing basics, and hear candid stories about Ljubljana from a small-group guide.

“Vanesa was fantastic!! We went to a bunch of great spots and learned about food and wine regions along the way. One of the spots we liked so much we went back that night for dinner. And she had great recos, we ended up going to almost all of them while in the city and there wasn't a miss. I'm vegetarian and Vanesa didn't know beforehand. (I had emailed and conformed but I think there was a miscommunication and she didn't know before we arrived.) I was more than fine to skip food at some of the spots, but she was so quick to accommodate at every stop. Awesome experience.…”

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9.Slovenian wine tasting at Hotel Triglav Bled’s wine cellar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $46

Meet at Hotel Triglav Bled for an hour-long tasting led by WSET-certified sommelier Danijel Galjot. You’ll sample at least five Slovenian wines, including native Rebula, Pinela, and Zelen, with regional cheeses and snacks in a historic cellar above Lake Bled.

“Really enjoyed this and learned a lot. Nice variety of elegant Slovenian wines (1 sparkling, 1 white, 1 orange, 2 red). Cheese pairing was nice but would have liked a bit of meat and bread, too. Beautiful old cellar.”

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10.Wine Tasting with Cold Cuts

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $36

Meet the Poljšak family at their underground cellar beneath the house in Vipava. Your English-language tasting includes a guided look at the winery and a selection of local wines, with cold cuts and cheeses. The private visit lasts about an hour and ends where it begins.

“I loved the service. Verynice people and good Slovenian alcohol:) The location in perfect in the city center.”

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11.Private Wine Tasting Experience in Ljubljana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $66

Meet sommelier Miha at Holidays' Pub in central Ljubljana for a two-hour private tasting of Slovenian wines. He explains local grapes, winemakers, and regional styles in English, with snacks included. The relaxed setting suits beginners and wine fans alike, though bottled water is not provided.

“This was a great way to get familiar with the incredible and diverse wines from all over Slovenia. Miha did a great job selecting wines that showcased Slovenia’s various indigenous grapes and wines. He was very knowledgeable about the wines, winemakers, and easily integrated that knowledge into helpful recommendations.”

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12.Wine Tasting, Slovenian Wine Story

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $58

At Hiša Pod Gradom under Ljubljana Castle, a professional sommelier guides you through six Slovenian wines, plus an aperitif, prosciutto, cheese, olives, and bread. The English tasting begins at 6:00 PM, includes a Polaroid photo, and offers 10% off tasted wines and dinner.

“Even though I was the only one there for the tasting, it was lots of fun. I knew very little about Slovenian wines prior to the event, but now I feel like I have a good overview of the country's major wine producing regions and styles. I had the opportunity to taste wines from all over the country and the hostess was always happy to answer questions. If you're interested in learning a lot or even if you just want to taste some great wines, I highly recommend this tasting.”

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13.Goriška Brda: Wine Tasting with Local Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $41

At Pintar Wine and Guest Estate, Sasha and his family guide a private 90-minute tasting of five estate wines, including Rebula and Malvasia, with local meats and cheeses. Choose the vineyard, winery, poolside gazebo, or lounge, and hear about Brda’s wine culture and daily life.

“We had a fantastic wine tasting experience! The wines were excellent, the food pairings were delicious, and the tour was truly inspiring. Everything was explained with such passion and enthusiasm, making it both enjoyable and educational. Highly recommended!”

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14.Stories and Tastes of Maribor: City Tour with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 2 hours · from $76

Join local guide Jure for a private two-hour walk through Maribor’s squares, cathedral, riverfront, and lesser-known corners. Hear stories of daily life and local folklore, then taste three Styrian wines with regional snacks at the Old Vine House, home to the world’s oldest vine.

“We loved our Maribor tour with Jure! He tells local stories in the most engaging way, full of wit & wonder. A mind of information too! Wine tasting at the world's oldest vine was a lovely relaxed way to finish the tour. Highly recommend :)”

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15.Food and Wine Tasting with a Sommelier

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $114

Meet sommelier Ana Povse at Ljubljana’s Central Market for a 2.5-hour tasting of Slovenia’s regional food and wine. Expect several stops with cheese, local meat, soup, seafood, sweets, and a traditional walnut pastry, plus a friendly introduction to pairing and Slovenian customs.

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