Vipava Valley: Lepa Vida Wine Tasting & Homemade Snacks

Summary

Meet winemakers taste Lepa Vida wines and homemade bites in Vipava Valley

You’ll taste at least five Lepa Vida wines in Slovenia’s Vipava Valley, paired with homemade snacks and stories from Matija or Irena themselves. Expect laughter over local salami, sunlight on your glass, and time to ask anything about winemaking—or just soak up the valley’s calm. You might leave with a bottle or two…and a craving for more slow afternoons like this.

What’s the experience like?

"Try this one—it's my favorite," Matija said, sliding a glass across the table with a grin that made it impossible not to smile back. We’d just arrived at Lepa Vida in the Vipava Valley and honestly, I was still shaking off the drive—those green hills seem to fold forever. The air smelled faintly of cut grass and something sweet I couldn’t place. Maybe apricots? Irena was already laying out plates of bread and these little slices of salami that looked almost too pretty to eat.

I’m not a wine expert (I mostly just nod and pretend), but Matija explained each pour without a hint of snobbery—just stories about his family, the valley, even how last year’s weather changed the Rebula’s taste. The glasses caught the late afternoon light, and I kept getting distracted by how golden everything looked out the window. At one point, I tried to pronounce “Pinela” correctly—Li laughed when I butchered it, but then so did everyone else. It felt like sitting with old friends you didn’t know you had.

The snacks were all homemade by Irena—she told us about her grandmother’s recipe for pickled peppers while we wiped olive oil off our fingers. There was always more bread if you wanted it (I did). The whole thing lasted longer than I expected; nobody rushed us, not even when we lingered over the last glass. You can buy bottles to take home or ship them if your suitcase is already full (guilty). Walking out into that soft valley air after so much good wine—I still think about that feeling sometimes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Wine tasting at Lepa Vida winery

• Meet owners Irena or Matija
• Learn about Vipava valley
• Taste 5+ Lepa Vida wines
• Enjoy homemade seasonal snacks
• Purchase wines to take or ship

Top questions

How many wines do you taste at Lepa Vida winery?

You’ll taste at least five different wines, usually seven.

Are snacks included during the wine tasting?

Yes, homemade seasonal snacks are served with the wine tasting.

Who leads the wine tasting at Lepa Vida?

One of the owners—either Irena or Matija—hosts your tasting.

Can I buy wine to take home after the tasting?

Yes, you can purchase bottles or have them shipped home.

Is this wine tasting suitable for people with dietary restrictions?

Yes, but let them know your needs when booking.

Is Lepa Vida winery accessible for wheelchairs?

Yes, it’s wheelchair accessible and stroller-friendly.

Are infants or small children allowed on this tour?

Yes, infants and small children are welcome; infant seats are available.

Is public transportation available nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to Lepa Vida winery.

What’s included

Your visit includes a guided tasting of five or more Lepa Vida wines led by either Matija or Irena from the family winery. Homemade seasonal snacks—think salami, bread, pickled vegetables—are served alongside each pour to keep you fueled as you sip and chat. Water is always on hand too. If you fall in love with any bottle (it happens), you can buy some right there or arrange shipping home before heading back out into those rolling hills.