Wine and chocolate tasting in Anchorage: Local pairings

Pair five Alaskan wines with local chocolates, guided through the flavors

A three-hour wine and chocolate tasting in downtown Anchorage pairs five locally crafted wines with artisan chocolates from 61 Degree North Winery. You'll sample a curated chocolate flight, learn how local ingredients shape the flavors, and use tasting cards to discover which wines complement which chocolates. Your guide shares stories about Alaska's culinary heritage and local craftsmanship throughout.

The experience

The tour starts in downtown Anchorage, where you meet your guide and fellow travelers before boarding a comfortable van. Your first stop is 61 Degree North Winery, where you taste a curated selection of locally made chocolates. The guide explains how each one reflects the creativity of Alaskan artisans and incorporates local ingredients into the recipes.

From there, you move into the wine tasting itself: five locally crafted wines, each one sampled alongside the chocolates you've already tried. You'll use provided tasting cards to note which pairings work, discovering how a rich wine can lift the chocolate's flavor or how a smooth chocolate can round out the wine's edges. The guide walks you through the tasting, sharing insights into Alaska's culinary heritage and what goes into making these wines and chocolates. At the end, you have the chance to buy any of your favorites to take home.

What’s included

• Chocolate samples from a local artisan selection.
• five locally crafted wine tastings.
• air-conditioned van transportation.
• a knowledgeable local guide who shares stories about Alaska's culinary heritage and craftsmanship.

Information

Lasts 3h, runs Tuesday to Saturday at 17:00, from US$ 112 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 9 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesTuesday to SaturdayDeparts at 17:00Another day? ›

GroupUp to 9

Live guideEnglish

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

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (21 and older) · Under 21: can't be booked

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

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Alaskan Sights and Bites

Is this one for you?The tour runs three hours with no walking beyond the van stops, so it suits anyone who wants to taste and learn without physical exertion. You must be at least 21 to join because of the wine tastings.

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Top questions

What exactly do I taste during the wine and chocolate pairings?

You sample a chocolate flight (a curated selection of locally made chocolates from 61 Degree North Winery) paired with five locally crafted wines. The guide explains how each chocolate was made and what local ingredients went into it, then you work through the wine samples and use tasting cards to note which combinations work best together.

How long does the whole experience take?

The tour runs three hours from start to finish, including the van ride, the chocolate tasting, the wine pairings, and time to hear the guide's stories about Alaska's culinary scene.

Do I need to know anything about wine or chocolate to enjoy this?

No prior knowledge is needed. Your guide walks you through the tasting, explains what you're sampling, and helps you discover your own preferences through the pairing process. The tasting cards are there to help you track what you like.

Can I buy wines or chocolates after the tasting?

Yes, at the end of the tour you have the chance to purchase any of the wines or chocolates you sampled if you'd like to take them home.

What's included in the price?

The tour includes the chocolate samples, all five wine tastings, and transportation in an air-conditioned van with your guide. Gratuities are not included.