From Bucharest: Exclusive Wine Tasting Tour in Dealu Mare
Discover Romania’s Hidden Wine Gem on an Exclusive Private Tour.
Escape the ordinary with a private wine tasting tour from Bucharest to Dealu Mare—often called Romania’s “Bordeaux.” Designed for discerning travelers, this intimate day trip from Bucharest offers a boutique winery experience and premium wine tasting, free from crowds or shared buses.
Accompanied by a licensed, English-speaking tour guide, visit two exceptional wineries—Lacerta and 1000 Chipuri—sampling 12 exquisite local Romanian wines, including signature varieties like Fetească Neagră, paired with artisanal cheese and charcuterie. Travel the scenic Old Wine Road, passing rolling vineyards and elegantly restored manors that tell the story of Romania’s rich winemaking heritage.
Tailored for seasoned travelers who appreciate premium, personalized experiences yet equally inviting for casual wine lovers, this exclusive wine tour offers a refined journey into the heart of Romanian wine culture.
In vino veritas!
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Your private tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Bucharest and, during the drive to your first stop, will provide an overview of the day’s experience. After a drive of just under two hours, you’ll arrive in Dealu Mare, Romania’s premier wine region—a true escape for wine lovers. Much like Bordeaux or Tuscany, Dealu Mare sits along the 45th parallel, boasting an ideal climate for producing rich, velvety wines, particularly reds. On this exclusive wine-tasting journey, you’ll visit two boutique wineries, tour their facilities, and sample 12 exquisite wines, including indigenous Romanian varieties like Fetească Neagră, expertly paired with local cheese and charcuterie. As you travel between estates along the historic Old Wine Road, take in the beauty of restored manors and rolling vineyard-covered hills.
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The first stop on your boutique winery tour is Lacerta Winery, renowned for its elegant modern design, state-of-the-art facilities, and top-tier wines. Local experts will lead you through a private tour of the vineyard and wine cellars, where you'll learn about Lacerta's unique winemaking philosophy, from vine to bottle. Despite its modern approach, Lacerta is deeply rooted in tradition, with winemaking techniques that incorporate gravitational principles, minimizing the use of pumps to preserve the wine’s integrity. After the tour, indulge in a tasting of 6 exquisite wines, including Romania’s signature Fetească Neagră, paired with a selection of premium cheeses and charcuterie. This will offer a full sensory experience that highlights the region’s rich flavors, all set against the backdrop of stunning vineyard-covered hills that stretch endlessly around the estate.
Your tour continues with a visit to 1000 Chipuri Winery, a family-owned boutique blending traditional techniques with innovative wine production. Explore the estate, where your guide will share the winery’s philosophy and its dedication to fine wines. Before the second wine-tasting, you can opt for a traditional Romanian lunch, savoring authentic local flavors. The tasting includes six carefully selected wines, paired with cheese, cured meats and dried fruits. You’ll also sample a couple of wines directly from stainless steel tanks, gaining insight into the aging process. Fetească Neagră, a standout Romanian red, is a must-try, alongside Cabernet Franc and Tămâioasă Românească, often compared to dry Muscat. After an unforgettable day of wine tasting and cultural immersion, relax as you return to Bucharest. Your guide will drop you off at your hotel, leaving you with lasting memories of a premium experience in one of Romania’s finest wine regions. In vino veritas!
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- All tasting fees and winery tour costs
- Lacerta Winery: guided tour, 6 exquisite wines, cheese & charcuterie platter
- Licensed, English-speaking tour guide
- Private Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- 1000 Chipuri Winery: guided tour, 6 exquisite wines, cheese & charcuterie platter
- Scenic drive along the Old Wine Road with panoramic views of vineyards
- Lunch is optional and available at an extra cost at the second winery
- Drinks other than those provided during the wine tastings
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum drinking age is 18 y.o.
- To ensure a seamless experience, we recommend booking at least 24-48 hours in advance. This allows us to secure your winery reservations and ensure availability. While we work closely with our partner wineries, please note that occasional closures may occur due to private events or seasonal operations
- Lunch is not included in the tour, as noted in the description. However, you have the option to order à la carte at the second winery, with payment on the spot. Throughout the experience, you’ll enjoy cheese, charcuterie, breadsticks, and dried fruit platters at both wineries.
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Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
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For pick-up, please select your hotel from the existing list or provide an exact address of your accommodation, be it hotel or Airbnb. Your private tour guide will meet you in the hotel lobby, next to the reception desk. We offer free pick-up & drop-off anywhere in Bucharest.
