Corsica

Wine Tasting & Winery Tours

On this 3-hour boat tour, you’ll take in sights along the north shore of Ajaccio, including the Tino Rossi house, the Greek chapel, the Marin cemetery, and the Citadel. You'll arrive at the Sanguinaires Islands just in time to admire the sunset from the boat. Enjoy a Corsican wine tasting commented by a sommelier and a local wine-grower. You'll discover white, red and rose wines from the Ajaccio's region. Treat yourself to a buffet of typical and local products, such as Corsican ham, cheese, swiss chard pie, and sweet cheese fritters, while listening to the guitars of local musicians.

Discover the Fonseca cellar, tasting room, and shop on a visit to Fonseca Port Wine Cellars. Learn about the uniqueness of the Douro Valley, sustainable winemaking, and the process of making port wine. Make your way to Fonseca in the heart of historic Vila Nova de Gaia, across the Douro River from the city of Porto. Upon arrival, explore cellars with hundreds of years of history in fine port winemaking. Find out about the history of the company, its role in promoting sustainable practices, and its world-famous wines. Enjoy the chance to test your ability to identify different port wine aromas. Take in spectacular views of the city of Porto and the famous Dom Luis I bridge as you also hear about the versatility of port wine for food pairings. Conclude your visit with a tasting of Fonseca's signature Bin 27 port wine, or a grape juice if you prefer.