Sicilian Wine Tasting Dinner in Manchester: Learn Pairing

Taste four Sicilian wines and learn why they pair with each dish

A 90-minute wine tasting dinner in Manchester led by a sommelier who teaches the background of Sicilian wine (the grapes, terroir, and regional styles), then walks you through assessing quality and the principles of food pairing. You taste two red and two white wines, each paired with a specially chosen dish, and finish with dessert and liqueur. Vegetarian and vegan options are available.

The experience

The evening starts with a glass of Prosecco and an aperitivo, then the sommelier introduces the story of Sicilian winemaking: what makes the region distinct, which grapes define it, and how the land shapes the wine itself. Most Sicilian wines are overlooked despite centuries of production, and the class aims to change that by connecting the label to the place it comes from.

From there, you taste four wines (two reds and two whites) each one presented alongside a dish designed to show how food and wine work together. The sommelier explains what to look for when you assess a wine: how age affects it, what quality means, and the reasoning behind each pairing. You're learning by tasting, not by lecture, so the concepts stick because you experience them in the glass and on the plate.

The class wraps with dessert paired with a classic shot of limoncello, and time to share what you noticed and what surprised you. Vegetarian and vegan dishes are available if you let the operator know when you book.

What’s included

• Welcome drink of Prosecco with aperitivo.
• tasting of two red and two white Sicilian wines.
• two dishes paired with the wines (vegetarian and vegan options available).
• dessert paired with liqueur.
• sommelier instruction on wine styles, terroir, quality assessment and food pairing principles.

Before you book

Days and timesWednesday and Thursday20 departure times: the first at 12:00, the last at 21:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 to 80 years) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10 · max 8 per booking

Live guideEnglish and Italian

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

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Dirextra Manchester Experiences

Is this one for you?Book this if you're based in Manchester city centre or arriving without a car: the class runs in town and is reachable by public transport, unlike vineyard tastings elsewhere.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

What Sicilian wines will I taste during the dinner?

You'll taste two red and two white wines from Sicily, each selected to pair with the dishes served that evening. The sommelier presents each wine and explains its background, style and how it complements the food.

Is this class suitable if I'm new to wine?

Yes. The sommelier teaches the fundamentals (how to assess quality, what terroir means, and how food and wine pairing works), so you don't need prior knowledge. The class is designed for all levels.

What food is included with the wine tasting?

Two dishes are paired specially with the featured wines, plus dessert paired with liqueur at the end. Vegetarian and vegan options are available. Let the operator know your preference when booking.

How long is the wine tasting dinner?

The class runs for 90 minutes from start to finish, including the introduction to Sicilian wine, all four tastings with paired dishes, and the closing liqueur and discussion.

What's included in the welcome?

You start with a glass of Prosecco and an aperitivo before the sommelier begins the class on Sicilian wine styles and regions.

Are there any restrictions on who can attend?

You must be at least 18 years old to attend. The class is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Please note: the venue does not serve guests with allergies or intolerances of any kind, including mild or trace-level sensitivities.