Porto: Cálem Cellar With Chocolate, Cheese, and Wine Tasting

Discover the rich history and exquisite flavors of Porto through the Cálem Cellar Tasting. This one-hour guided tour immerses visitors in the legacy of Cálem’s exceptional Late Bottle Vintage, Vintage, and Colheita wines. Guests will explore the cellar, tour the informative museum, and savor a curated pairing of local delicacies, including goat cheese, São Jorge cheese, and chocolate tartlet. Whether you’re a food enthusiast or simply seeking a memorable experience, this tasting promises to deepen your appreciation of fine wines.

Key Points

• The Cálem Cellar Tasting experience in Porto includes a guided tour of the cellars and interactive museum, as well as a tasting of Cálem’s premium wines paired with local delicacies.
• The tasting features Cálem’s Late Bottle Vintage, Vintage, and Colheita wines, accompanied by goat cheese, São Jorge cheese, chocolate tartlet, and crackers with compote.
• The experience is designed for foodies seeking an in-depth appreciation of the winemaking process and the characteristics of Cálem’s premium offerings.
• The tour is conducted by live guides in multiple languages, and the experience is wheelchair accessible, though may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.
• The activity has an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 229 reviews, with praise for the knowledgeable guides and the enhanced appreciation of wine characteristics through the guided tasting.

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Activity Overview

The Porto: Cálem Cellar Tasting is a popular 1-hour experience that allows visitors to explore the world of Port wine. Priced from $49.15 per person, this tasting tour is likely to sell out, so early booking is recommended.

Guests can enjoy a free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The tour is led by live guides in Spanish, French, Portuguese, and English, and is wheelchair accessible.

This premium tasting experience is designed for foodies, featuring an interactive museum tour, guided cellar exploration, and tastings of Cálem’s iconic late bottle vintage, vintage, and colheita wines.

Experience Details

During the Porto: Cálem Cellar Tasting, guests can learn about the journey of Port wine from vineyard to glass.

The experience includes an interactive museum tour, guided cellar tour, and wine tasting. Guests will explore iconic Port wines paired with local delicacies like goat cheese, São Jorge cheese, chocolate tartlet, and crackers with compote.

An interactive museum tour, guided cellar visit, and wine tasting featuring iconic Port wines paired with local delicacies.

The tasting features Cálem’s Late Bottle Vintage, Vintage, and Colheita expressions, providing an enhanced appreciation of the wine’s characteristics.

This premium tasting experience is designed for foodies seeking an exclusive, guided tour of the renowned Cálem Cellars.

Highlights

This premium tasting experience is designed for foodies seeking an exclusive, guided tour of the renowned Cálem Cellars.

Guests will visit the Cálem Interactive Museum to learn about the port wine-making process from vineyard to glass.

The highlight is the guided cellar tour, where visitors can explore the iconic Cálem wines paired with delectable local specialties like goat cheese, São Jorge cheese, chocolate tartlet, and crackers with compote.

This pairing experience enhances the appreciation of the wine’s characteristics, making for a truly memorable tasting session.

Customer Feedback

Based on 229 reviews, customers have given the Porto: Cálem Cellar Tasting experience an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Reviewers particularly praised the knowledgeable guides, who brought the wine-making process to life during the exclusive cellar tour.

Knowledgeable guides brought the wine-making process to life during the exclusive cellar tour, per reviewers.

The tasting session, which pairs Cálem’s premium wines with local cheeses and chocolate, also received high marks for enhancing appreciation of the wine characteristics.

While the value for money was rated a respectable 4.2 out of 5, some customers noted the experience isn’t suitable for those with mobility issues.

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Important Information

The meeting point for the Porto: Cálem Cellar Tasting experience is at the Cálem Cellars, located at Avenida de Diogo Leite 344 in Vila Nova de Gaia. Guests should be aware of potential allergens, as the tasting includes items containing milk, dried fruits, soy, nuts, and eggs. Plus, the experience may not be suitable for those with mobility impairments. To provide flexibility, a reserve now & pay later option is available.

| Allergens | Mobility | Booking |

| — | — | — |

| Milk | Impairments | Reserve |

| Dried Fruits | Not Suitable | Pay Later |

| Soy, Nuts, Eggs | | |

Discovering the Cálem Legacy

Cálem’s legacy as a leading Port wine producer spans over two centuries. Guests on the tasting tour will uncover the winery’s storied past and its role in shaping the Port wine industry.

The experience includes:

• Exploring Cálem’s interactive museum to learn about the intricate Port wine-making process

• Setting out on a guided tour through the iconic wine cellars

• Savoring a premium tasting of Cálem’s finest vintages, such as the Late Bottle Vintage and Colheita

• Discovering the art of pairing Port with indulgent accompaniments like artisanal cheeses and chocolate

• Gaining insider knowledge from the knowledgeable tour guides on the unique characteristics of each wine.

An Immersive Port Wine Journey

As guests embark on the Cálem Cellar Tasting experience, they’ll be immersed in an intimate exploration of the renowned Port wine.

Led by knowledgeable guides, visitors will tour the historic cellars, learning about the winemaking process from grape to glass.

The highlight is the premium tasting, where guests savor three distinct Cálem wines paired with local delicacies like goat cheese, São Jorge cheese, and chocolate tartlets.

This curated experience enhances guests’ appreciation for the nuances and complexities of Port, providing an unforgettable journey through the rich heritage of this iconic Portuguese libation.

Savoring the Flavors of Porto

Though the Cálem Cellar Tasting is a premium Port wine experience, visitors can expect to savor a range of local flavors that complement the iconic Portuguese libation.

The tasting experience features an expertly curated selection of pairings, including:

• Creamy goat cheese

• Tangy São Jorge cheese

• A decadent chocolate tartlet

• Crackers with a flavorful compote

• An array of premium Port wines, from the robust Late Bottle Vintage to the complex Vintage and Colheita varietals.

This holistic tasting highlights the nuances of Port wine while showcasing the rich culinary traditions of Porto.

The Sum Up

The Cálem Cellar Tasting in Porto offers an immersive exploration of the city’s wine heritage. Visitors can discover Cálem’s acclaimed wines, paired with local delicacies, and learn about the company’s rich history. This one-hour guided tour provides a memorable experience for food and wine enthusiasts seeking to deepen their appreciation of Port wine.

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