Buenos Aires: Wine Tasting & Cheese Pairing in Historic Cellar

A sommelier pours you into Argentine wine culture, one glass at a time

You taste multiple Argentine wines in a private cellar with a sommelier who explains the culture and history behind each glass. Cheese and marmalade pairings come with the experience. The whole thing happens in one of Buenos Aires' most iconic neighborhoods, and you don't have to arrange transport or figure out what to order. It's all included and timed so you can actually absorb what you're learning.

Step-by-step itinerary

Wine tasting and cultural introduction

• Arrive at private wine cellar
• Meet experience guides and sommelier
• Learn fundamentals of Argentine wine
• Taste different local wine varietals
• Enjoy food pairings with wine
• Discover Buenos Aires cultural history
• Experience iconic neighborhood atmosphere
• Optionally leave a tip for guides

The experience

You walk into a cozy wine cellar tucked into one of Buenos Aires' most recognizable neighborhoods, and the sommelier is already there, waiting. No script, no group shuffle. Just you, maybe a few others, and someone who knows these wines the way locals know their own city. The sommelier starts talking about why wine matters here, how it's woven into Argentine identity the way tango and asado are, and suddenly you're not just tasting wine, you're learning a language.

The tasting moves through different Argentine varietals: each one paired with cheese, marmalade, or both, depending on which picada table you chose. The sommelier explains what you're tasting: the soil, the region, why this one tastes different from that one. You'll taste, ask questions, taste again. It's not rushed. The whole experience sits inside a private cellar, which means the noise of the city stays outside and the conversation stays real. You learn about Buenos Aires' history and culture threaded through the wine itself, not as a separate lecture.

The space is intimate: small enough that you can actually hear what's being said, large enough that it doesn't feel cramped. Wheelchair accessible, and public transport is close by if you need it. Just book at least 24 hours ahead to lock in your spot. And when you leave, the sommelier will appreciate a tip. It's how people here say thank you for knowledge and time spent.

What’s included

Your experience includes a wine tasting of multiple Argentine varietals, a sommelier guide who walks you through each wine and its cultural context, a picada table with cheese and marmalade (or cheese, charcuterie, bread, and olive oil), and the private use of the cellar for the duration of the tasting. The sommelier's knowledge and the food pairings are part of the package.

Information

Lasts 2h, runs every day with no fixed time, from US$ 79 per person, with a live guide in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese, in groups of up to 15 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

AgesAdult (18 to 90 years) · Child (3 to 17 years) · Infant (under 3): free

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Experience Baires LLC

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to understand Argentine wine culture without spending the day in a crowded tasting room or arranging your own transport to a winery outside the city: the sommelier, the pairing, and the intimate setting are what make a short experience feel complete.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 17 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What wines will I taste?

You'll taste different Argentine wine varietals. The specific wines change, but the sommelier guides you through each one and explains the region and character.

Is food included?

Yes. You get either a cheese and marmalade picada, or cheese, charcuterie, bread, and olive oil: chosen when you book.

Can I go if I'm pregnant or have heart concerns?

The experience is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health. Check with your doctor first.

Do I need to book in advance?

Yes. The provider recommends booking at least 24 hours ahead to guarantee availability.

Is the cellar wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the cellar is wheelchair accessible, and public transportation options are available nearby.