Cellar Tours - Portofino Wine Experiences

Portofino is the starting point for a different reading of the Ligurian Riviera: one centred on vineyards, cellars and the pleasures of the table. Cellar Tours’ wine experiences draw attention beyond the waterfront, bringing together regional discovery and guided tasting. The appeal lies in exploring Liguria through its food and wine, with expert sommeliers providing context rather than leaving the contents of the glass to speak entirely for themselves.

Wine tastings, vineyard visits and a gourmet lunch form the core of the experience, complemented by a private guide. Together, these elements connect the wine with its setting and give food a meaningful place in the itinerary. For travellers who choose destinations partly for what they might taste there, this is a more focused proposition than general sightseeing: vineyards and cellars are the reason to explore, not simply stops along the way.

The wider Cellar Tours approach is private and tailor-made, with journeys designed around individual interests, travel style and pace. That makes your initial brief worth considering carefully. Explain whether your priority is the tasting itself, time among the vineyards or the culinary side of the visit. Sharing your familiarity with wine is also useful when discussing the experience, whether you arrive with established preferences or simply want a guided introduction to Liguria’s wines.

Before committing, ask for the proposed vineyard and cellar stops, the lunch arrangements and the overall timing. Confirm where the experience begins and ends rather than assuming every visit takes place in Portofino itself. For a summer stay, enquire well ahead, particularly in July and August. Planning and booking should be handled directly through the official Cellar Tours website.