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A D’Vine Wine Tour Of The Swan Valley

Today we welcome back Naomi on the blog who recently spent a day out in Perth’s beautiful Swan Valley on a D’Vine wine tour. Rain, hail or shine, a cellar door is the perfect place to be year round!

So we’re officially well and truly into winter. It has been raining, its cold and it feels like everyone who is at my day job has a cold. But why would I let the elements ruin a trip out to the Swan Valley wine region?

I was fortunate enough to be invited on behalf of the Travelling Corkscrew to experience a wine tour with the lovely team at D’Vine Wine Tours recently.

Choosing to take a tour of the Swan Valley is great for several reasons:

• You have a dedicated driver for the day – no chance to drink and drive and everyone has an opportunity to taste the wines.
• You have a dedicated tour guide who can answer any questions about the region and give some valuable insights into the wineries you’re visiting.
• You have a snapshot into the delicious wine and food scene in the Swan Valley.
• You can take advantage of the deals that the tour operator has organised directly with the wineries.
• Learn first hand about wine appreciation, the tasting process, and even a little cellar door etiquette.
• Enjoy snacks during the day at the venues and lunch is provided with the tour price.

To celebrate the business name and play on words for D’Vine Wine Tours, this is my warning to you all – there will be puns!

The forecast for the day wasn’t ideal, with a minimum of 9 degrees at 9am and a high of 20 degrees.

So the question was ‘Chardonnay’ or should I go?

I did prewarn you about the puns!

My partner and I made sure we were dressed for the cooler weather and the instance that there may be a spot of rain. The bus was kept warm while we moved between wineries and most venues we visited had their tasting rooms inside or undercover where you were protected by the elements. So, ‘wine’ not, right?

There were plenty of pickup locations to choose from. We selected the Crown Casino as we live fairly close by, however, if we were to do another tour in the Swan Valley, we would opt to be picked up in Guildford, as it would have taken a similar amount of time for us to get there.

We were on our way out to the Swan Valley, where we picked up a couple near the Guildford visitor center. Here our tour guide Brianna (Bree) introduced herself and gave us a quick rundown of how the day would run, or commonly known as the days housekeeping.

The first question that was asked as a part of the housekeeping was who hasn’t been out to the Swan Valley before, with most participants on the bus raising their hands.

Next, she listed out the venues we would visit:

Lancaster Winery

Mandoon estate.

• Sandalford Wines
• Margaret River Chocolate Factory, including Providor and Coward & Black Wines

Elmars in the Valley

Maison saint-honore.

My partner and I opted to deviate slightly from the tour. Read on to find out how we personalised our tour at the end of the day.

Our first stop of the day of the day was Lancaster Winery where we tasted many of their wines, accompanied by a cheese platter.

Bree used this as a great opportunity to explain to the group how to enjoy the wine, teaching the group how to look at the wine in the glass, how to smell the wine, and finally, the best part, taste the wine.

Lancaster Winery is also a popular spot for venue hire, especially for weddings.

The full list of wines available to taste and buy at Lancaster Winery. We almost tried all the wines on the list.

Getting ready to pour some of the wine for the tasting.

There is a fridge dedicated to cheeses and antipasto and plenty of seating options to create your own platter, or picnic

Our delicious assortment of cheese, including soft and hard cheeses, chilli, olive and plain options.

While at Lancaster, we made sure to stop and smell the ‘rose’!

Our second stop for the day was Mandoon Estate . I had only been to Mandoon Estate once previously, enjoying wine and pizza for the Travelling Corkscrews last day in the Swan Valley .

I had mixed emotions about visiting the venue again as it held a special place in my heart. This was the last venue I shared a glass of wine with the Travelling Corkscrew and Mr. Spittoon before dropping them off at the airport. But, just like the first time, I was really impressed by the service and the wine.

The Mandoon Estate logo.

We tasted through most of their wines, however, we did miss out on the Rose as it was sold out.

Once we had tasted the wines, we had the choice of three wines to have with our lunch or a glass of beer. If you didn’t know, Mandoon also has a brewery on site, so it is a perfect place to take friends and family who may not want to visit a winery, when you do.

My partner and I opted for a glass of wine each; I had a glass of the 2016 Surveyor’s Red and my partner had a glass of the 2017 Late Harvest which was on the sweeter side.

The tasting room had me salivating with their wall of wine!

After tasting the wines, we were treated to lunch. The spread included a large selection of pizzas, chips and salad.

Some of the artwork that you will find as you walk around the venue.

My wine partner for the day, posing for a quick snap before we left for our next venue on the wine tour; Sandalford Winery.

It was such a missed opportunity on the day, as I should have said to him, you’re the ‘wine’ that I want.

Have the puns got better or worse…?!

Sandalford Winery

By the time we arrived at Sandalford Winery , the weather had changed and it felt substantially warmer.

Looking out to the vines.

We were introduced to the six wines we would taste, with each bottles expected tasting notes explained to us. We were then left to taste the six wines from the Margaret River Range, which included a fortified.

We were advised that we needed to consider the responsible service of alcohol and only pour to the designated line on the glass. With over a dozen people on our tour, the bottles didn’t last long, with the crowd favourite being the 2017 Sandalford Margaret River Range Rose.

So I guess you could say we had a ‘Mer-lot’ rather than a ‘Mer-little’?

Margaret River Chocolate Factory, including Providore and Coward & Black Wines

Next up was Margaret River Chocolate Factory. I’m not a huge chocolate fan, so rather than ‘wasting’ time at the chocolate factory, I made my way over to the Providore building, which included tastings for Coward & Black Wines .

There are a couple of different entrances into the building. There is even an entrance which contains a stand made of corks, over 20,000 ‘happy memories’!

We were quite strapped for time, so we were only able to taste through the sparkling range. It was so quick, I forgot to take photos of the wines!

Up next was Elmars in the Valley . The last time I was at Elmars in the Valley was to celebrate Oktoberfest a couple of years earlier and for my nephews birthday lunch, so it was great to revisit the brewery.

We were each given a token to have a glass of beer to drink at our leisure. My partner opted for a glass of the Over Draught, while I opted for the Kick Back.

What I didn’t realise is that Elmars is a part of the Cider Ale Trail, a fantastic initiative of the Swan Valley.

We were also treated to some live acoustic music.

Our final stop for the day was  Maison Saint-Honore, a French-style patisserie in Caversham .

We were treated to a selection of macaroons and we were given the option to add a hot drink (which was an additional purchase).

We had a fantastic day with our tour and had a quick snap with our tour at our last stop.

My partner and I then opted to ‘make the tour our own’ and jumped off the tour to pop next door. Everything happens for a ‘Reisling’, right?!

Pinelli Estate

Right next door to Maison Saint-Honore is Pinelli Estate . It has been a little while since I had been to Pinelli. It was great when the Travelling Corkscrew lived in the Swan Valley, as this was her local winery. The last time I was at Pinelli was with the Travelling Corkscrew, so it was fantastic to jump off the tour bus to go and say hello!

We started with the sparklings, and to celebrate the many bottles of Juliet I shared with the Travelling Corkscrew, my partner and I made sure to grab a bottle to take home with us, as it was just so bottlefull!

We also tasted through the whites.

And the reds.

As my partner and I live not too far from the Swan Valley we opted to catch an Uber home.

So, its time to ‘wine’ down, and finish this post.

There were no ‘pour’ decisions made that day and I can only highly recommend that you visit the Swan Valley this winter. The team at D’Vine tours were fantastic.

If you would like to take our tour, then jump on over to the D’Vine website and book the Swan Valley Tour . They also offer tours out to Bickley Valley if you would like to try somewhere a little different.

If a tour or lots of people aren’t your thing, make sure to find a designated driver and enjoy the wineries found in our backyard.

So sip, sip, hooray! I bet you’re grapeful that’s over.

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We are sweltering here in Catalonia, Spain with temps in the upper 30s and reading that you had to dress for cooler weather sounds so good right now. That said, without the sun and high temps here we won’t get a delicious Emporda wine. Really enjoy reading this and thinking about cooling off with a nice white Emporda wine. Cheers.

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Full Day Swan Valley Wine Tour

Your Full Day Swan Valley Pink Bus Wine Tour includes a customised itinerary tailored to suit your group. You’ll visit your preferred selection of four Swan Valley wineries, breweries or distilleries for tastings with a gourmet lunch included along the way.

We'll collect your group from the location of your choice, generally at around 10:45am depending on the location.

At each of your chosen venues your Pink Bus driver will deliver you to the cellar door and ensure venue staff know that you have arrived and are being looked after.

Your second stop of the day is usually also the lunch stop and will include a gourmet lunch chosen from venue's Pink Bus selected menu.

As time draws to an end at each venue your Pink Bus driver will provide the group with plenty of notice that it's getting close to move on time and will prepare the bus for your departure.

At the end of your unforgettable Swan Valley Pink Bus Wine Tour you will depart The Swan Valley at around 4:45pm and your group will be delivered to the location of your choice.

Organising Your Wine Tour

Organising an event for any group can be hard work! We do this every day and we have the contacts, so let Pink Bus Tours do the hard work.

When you book with Pink Bus Tours all you need to do is tell us:

• How many people will be in your group
• Where you would like to be picked up from and dropped off to
• Which wineries, breweries or distilleries you would like would like to visit

That's it, we'll take it from there. We put together a draft itinerary for you and once you confirm it's what you want we'll work with the venues to confirm all bookings.

What's Included in your Full Day Wine Tour

• Tastings at your choice of any combination of four (4) wineries, breweries or distilleries
• Delicious gourmet lunch
• A stop for chocolate
• Pick-up and drop-off to your chosen locations within 15km of our Malaga depot
• Minimum group size is eight (8)
• Eight (8) to thirteen (13) guests = $140 per person
• Fourteen (14) to twenty (23) guests = $130 per person
• Twenty (24) or more guests = $120 per person

Swan Valley Wine Tour Ideas

Looking for ideas for your next family, social or corporate event. Not sure what The Swan Valley has to offer. Not sure which venues would be right for your group. We'll work with you to organise an unforgettable Pink Bus Wine Tour.

We'll help you select the right mix of venues to create a fun and enjoyable day out:

• Wine tasting at The Swan Valley's best wineries
• Beer tasting at a range of boutique breweries
• Fantastic cocktails and spirits from award winning distilleries
• Sample unique ciders
• Gourmet lunches and vineyard platters

Sample Itinerary

Below is a sample Full Day Wine Tour itinerary; pick-up and drop-off locations, venues and times can all be customised to suit.

10:45 - Pick-up from Perth Train Station

11:30 - Mandoon Estate (Wine Tasting)

12:30 - Ugly Duckling Wines (Wine Tasting + Lunch)

14:00 -  Lancaster Wines  (Wine Tasting)

15:00 - Windy Creek Estate (Wine Tasting)

16:00 - Whistler's Chocolate Company

16:30 - Depart with drop-off to Crown Casino

Party Bus Wine Tours

Party buses in The Swan Valley are generally associated with poor behaviour and many venues simply won’t accept them. At Pink Bus Tours we don't do "party bus", but we do do "party". We believe in making our wine tours a great experience from beginning to end, not only for you and your group, but also for the patrons and staff at the venues we visit. And because we don't do "party bus" we have built strong relationships with venue owners and management allowing Pink Bus Tours access to venues in The Swan Valley that party buses do not have, so you have a greater choice of venues to experience and enjoy.

Venue Information

We visit just about every venue in The Swan Valley; we work closely with our partner venues listed below to develop the best value package options for our guests. Click the venue names to see what options are available at that winery, distillery or brewery on a Pink Bus tour. If a venue you'd like to visit is not listed it doesn't mean we don't go there, just let us know where you would like to visit and we'll do our best make the arrangements.

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Wine, Cider and Gin Tours in Perth and Regional WA

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Unwind Tours provides unforgettable tours, showcasing some of the most beautiful and idyllic parts of Western Australia. Our focus is to provide quality, relaxed tours where you can have a barrel of laughs, making it a day to reminisce about.

Immerse yourself in the picturesque Swan Valley , Bickley Valley or Margaret River Region and experience premium and boutique wineries, microbreweries, and gin distilleries. Our tours lead to enchanting cellar doors,  world-renowned premium wines, and a selection of restaurants to indulge in gourmet local foods while socialising amongst family, friends, colleagues, or customers.

There is no shortage of things to do on Tour as a local or tourist. Guests are spoilt for choice when selecting a Tour with venues catering for families, corporates, small or large groups celebrating a special occasion, or couples wanting something exceptional.

All our guided tours within the Swan Valley, Bickley Valley, and Margaret River Region include complimentary wine tasting.

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Unwind tours include: Meet and greet, Transportation, Fun informative hospitable tour guides, Free wine tastings, Local wine region food.

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MAKING MEMORIES ON TOUR

Full-day tours are our most popular in the Swan Valley, Bickley Valley and Margaret River Region but we cater for half-day, afternoon and evening tours. 

Enquire about our private or custom-designed tours that include Gin Tours ,   Beer Tours ,   Wine and Cider Tours , Wine and Beer Tours. Dare to do something different and join a Gin blending class on tour? Learn more about gin blending and become a gin-thusiast in an interactive class offered in Perth and in the Margaret River Region.

Contact Paul, Mr Unwind Tours for further information at 0478 700 085, or call Kim at 0436 031 085 or email [email protected]

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Day Tours Perth and Regional WA

What type of tour do you want to go on? Maybe it’s a small group tour with friends and family to celebrate a special occasion. Perhaps it is a large corporate tour to bring colleagues and customers together. You’ve found the right place because here at  Unwind Tours we run the best Swan Valley, Bickley Valley and Margaret River wine, gin and cider tours.

All our tours include a delicious lunch at one of the vineyards. If you have a venue in mind that you want to go to, we will include it by custom-designing the day tour and arranging everything for you.

Our Unwind Tour Guides will take you to the best wineries and breweries in the region.

Delicious Local Food on our Tours

We can also arrange delicious cheese platters and grazing boards for you at several wineries in the Swan Valley, Bickley Valley and Margaret River. Nikola Estate in the Swan Valley is one of the second oldest wineries in Australia, making it one of our favourite venues for guests to indulge in premium estate wine and a selection of European cheeses, while embracing the scenery of rolling vines and blooming Jacaranda trees.

PRIVATE TOURS

Sometimes you want to be with your own gang. We run  Private Tours in the Swan Valley, Bickley Valley and Margaret River . We can put an amazing day trip together for you so you get to taste wonderful wines, craft ciders and chilled beers. Let us know where you want to go on your private tour, and we will make it all happen. Look at our tour photos, and you’ll see we manage to put some big, infectious smiles on the faces of our guests.

The Swan Valley District is one of eight wine regions in Western Australia.

Perth’s Swan Valley dry, sunny climate is perfect for Verdelho wine and Chenin Blanc wine. You’ll also find delicious Shiraz wine and Tempranillo wine . Naturally, touring ‘The Valley’ means free wine tasting at the best wineries near Perth, nibbling local gourmet food, and spending the day trip enjoying life with friends and or new friends.

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Bespoke Corporate Tours in Perth or the Margaret River Region

Local gourmet food & wine, cider and gin tours.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse yourself in the rolling hills of the Swan Valley or Bickley Valley .

If you are looking for something outside of Perth and further South, enjoy the magnificent landscape of the South West and book a Tour of Margaret River and experience its majestical boutique wineries and craft beers.

Contact Paul, Mr Unwind Tours for further information at 0478 700 085 or email  [email protected] . Happy Travels

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wHAT WE OFFER

Let d’Vine Tours take you on a scenic drive up to the Perth Hills, where you’ll be amazed by the wines, breathtaking views, delicious food and friendly people. To get to this beautiful region it only takes us approximately 35 minutes – so you don’t have to wait too long before getting stuck into premium wines and cheese at your first stop!

Our Tour Includes

A gourmet two-course lunch at Core Cider House*

A regular cider of your choice with lunch

*Lunch at Core Cider is d’Vine!! You’ll receive a choice two-course set menu – You definitely won’t be going hungry on this tour! 

We operate rain, hail or shine so if mother nature is not being so kind to us – the tour will still be on & all the venues visited on the day will be in doors. Head to our FAQ’s page to find more info about how our tours operate.

Adults ride for $158*

Kiddies (under 18) ride for $98*

*We take a maximum of 8 guests from the one ‘group’ on this tour. Please head to our booking conditions page for more elaboration on this – For groups of 9 or more, please enquire with us regarding your options.

DEPARTURE INFORMATION

Our first pick up is at 10.05am from the Bus Zone in Barrack Square (Barrack St Jetty) in the CBD. We also collect from the Riverside Entrance at the Crown Casino at 10:15am .

We will be departing from our last stop at approximately 3:30-3:45pm. Drop off times may vary depending on the location you want to end up.

Our Bickley Valley Tours currently run on Saturdays and Sundays. We only take smaller group sizes for this tour so you will always be guaranteed a more quality and intimate experience.

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WHAT OUR HAPPY CUSTOMERS SAY

"Fabulous - We done the Sunday Funday tour with Ron and he was excellent. Ron was knowledgeable and answered all our questions about the area and also made the trip enjoyable with his great humour and personality. 10/10 experience."

Casey, Jun 2021

"5 Star Tour of the Swan Valley! A big thank you to Taryn & the team at D'Vine Wine tours, you made my day so effortless by handling everything and going above & beyond. Our tour guide was hilarious and made the day fun X"

Trip Advisor Review, July 2021

"Perfect combination to explore a bit of scenery and tastings! Just book it! You are gonna like it! Tour guides are enthusiastic, have a lot of knowledge about the history, wineries and local area. In my opinion a great way to learn about the history and tasting of the Australian wines!"

Kevin, July 2021

"Bickley Valley Wine Region is Fantastic. Visiting a wine region I didn't know anything about, and yet was so well organised and some non-standard wines to taste as well. Our tour guide and driver was very knowledgeable and great fun as well. Such a great way to do wine tasting. We also had a fantastic lunch at the Cores Cider. It was a great day out."

"I cannot say enough great things about d'Vine Tours! All staff are amazing, Taryn, Breana through to Rico the driver on the day. You made my 40th birthday wine tour an extremely happy and memorable experience. Thanks so much!"

Trip Advisor Review, Aug 2021

“This tour was well organised, all stops close to each other, so you didn’t spend much time on bus, therefore plenty of time at each winery. Jake our driver was super fun. He gave brief history (not boring) and socialised with us throughout the day. Food was great and overall just a fantastic day!!”

Trip Advisor Review, Jan 2020

“Saved the best to last! Last minute decision on our last day in Perth and chose well. The lovely Bree ushered our group throughout the day. Wine tasting, lunch, chocolates and more. If you are looking for a vibrant knowledgeable tour guide this is the experience you are looking for.

Elise, Jan 2020

“Fantastic Day Out! We booked this tour very last minute, as we only had a few days left in Perth. What a fantastic day we had! The guide Jake was very knowledgeable and also a good laugh. All the stops were lovely and the wine even better. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone.”

Paige, Jan 2020

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“The obvious question when you tell someone that you aren’t drinking is, ‘Out of all the places you could go, why travel to wine country?’” she said. “But to me, it makes perfect sense because these regions offer all the perks of luxury travel — wellness amenities, beautiful landscapes and fine dining.”

With 41 percent of Americans seeking to reduce their alcohol intake, according to a consumer-sentiment study released in January by NCSolutions, Ms. Snook’s experience is part of a larger trend: the rise of sober-curious or mindful drinking. While sober travel is hardly a new concept, its popularity is surging to new heights — particularly among younger generations — and forcing a reckoning in the wine industry. The 2024 State of the U.S. Wine Industry report , an annual forecast of market conditions and trends written by the wine-business analyst Rob McMillan, found that 52 percent of consumers ages 21 to 34 believe that consuming alcohol, even in moderation, is bad for your health.

This trend is reshaping travel to world-class wine destinations like Sonoma County, in California, as well as Mendoza and Tuscany. Blessed with temperate climates, extended growing seasons, fertile soils, rich histories and breathtaking vistas, these renowned wine locales are expanding their offerings to attract drinkers and nondrinkers.

Here are some of the restaurants, tour groups and wineries in those regions that are reinventing the travel experience to be more inclusive of the sober-curious.

Dining in Sonoma

If wine is a true expression of the land, embodying the unique characteristics of its soil, weather and the meticulous craftsmanship of those who cultivate it, can you still forge that connection without drinking?

At Cyrus , a Michelin-starred fine dining destination in Geyserville , Calif., the answer is a resounding yes. Sonoma County, double the size of neighboring Napa, made conscious decisions to protect and diversify its land use, ensuring grapes as well as agricultural crops were grown. Douglas Keane, Cyrus’s owner and chef, highlights the local harvest by working with small farms and purveyors to source his ingredients. Crosnes — a Chinese artichoke — from Alexander Valley Vineyards gardens, yuzu and finger limes from the citrus grower David Levine, and cheesefrom Andante Dairy have all ended up on Cyrus’s menu.

Also on the menu: Kally , an alcohol-free wine alternative produced with housemade organic verjuice and sourced from Northern California. Served at more than 15 other Michelin-starred restaurants, Kally’s bottles include Early Chardonnay, which is crisp, bright and changes flavor and aroma as it moves across the palate, similar to a fine wine. A tart, vibrant Golden Sparkler has notes of jasmine and citrus, and a floral, fruity Rosé Sparkler offers hints of strawberry and hibiscus.

“Chefs and sommeliers are interested in having precise nonalcoholic pairings. Their food was created to be prepared with sophisticated drinks, not just sparkling water,” said Scott Mitic, who created the beverage along with his wife, Katie.

Customers, too, appreciate having a choice, he said, noting that many of Kally’s most loyal drinkers are wine enthusiasts. “This is not an abstinence movement; it is a moderation movement.”

Cyrus Schultz, the wine director and sommelier at Cyrus, aims to create drinks that make sober guests feel just as special, if not more, than those indulging in traditional wine pairings. His nonalcoholic creations include the Rosé Champagne, an effervescent blend of coconut, white sesame, cherry blossom and lime, and the Apple Martini, a sweet, herbaceous concoction of pink lady apple, fennel and mint olive oil.

“The intention is never to mimic alcohol products, but to construct the pairings similarly to how a chef looks at a menu — different textures, temperatures and flavor profiles,” Mr. Schultz said.

These efforts are not limited to one restaurant. Chris Vomvolakis, senior manager of consumer public relations at Sonoma County Tourism , said bars, restaurants and wineries across the region are recognizing that it’s not all about wine.

The town of Healdsburg recently created the Mocktail Trail , with eight participating restaurants, and Meadowcroft Wines in the town of Sonoma curated a flight of original zero-proof cocktails. David Messerli, Meadowcroft’s marketing and strategy director, said the winery encourages guests “to discern aromas, flavors and nuances, much like they would with wine.”

“For those opting out of alcohol, we felt there was more we could do,” he said. “People have various reasons for abstaining from alcohol, and no one should feel excluded because of it.”

Women-led luxury in Mendoza

Mendoza, renowned for its malbec wines and stunning Andean landscapes, is no stranger to luxury accouterments, but sober guests? That is a newer phenomenon. “We have definitely noticed an increase in guests seeking nonalcoholic travel options in recent years,” said Victoria Stiles, sales manager at Cavas Wine Lodge , a luxury 18-room hotel set amid a 55-acre vineyard.

At Cavas, wine may be the main attraction, but guests can book spa treatments using vine and grape-seed extracts, join yoga sessions on the private terrace overlooking the Andes and vineyards, and take full-day hiking excursions to Aconcagua Provincial Park, a rugged, mountainous destination that is home to Mount Aconcagua, South America’s highest peak.

Wild Terrains , a certified B-Corp travel company specializing in experiences for women, has planned three days of a 10-day Argentina tour to be sober-inclusive in Mendoza. Built around women-owned businesses, stops include boutique lodging at Entre Cielos , horseback riding in the Andean foothills, home-cooked asado at Estancia Los Chulengos and a private dining experience at Michelin-starred Zonda Cocina de Paisaje . The meal offers special mocktail pairings with distinct flavors like lemon verbena, beets and burro, an herb used to make digestive teas and infusions.

“In Mendoza, our trip centers on talented female winemakers who are pushing boundaries in a historically male-dominated industry,” said Lauren Bates, founder of Wild Terrains. “While these experiences include wine tastings, we want sober travelers to feel intentionally included even if they are skipping the wine tasting.”

Sofia Pescarmona, owner of the Bodega Lagarde vineyard and Zonda Cocina de Paisaje, said that while the restaurant experience aims to showcase their wine, nondrinkers will also appreciate it.

“We truly believe we can offer an elevated experience for those who don’t drink wine by highlighting other seasonal produce grown on our property,” she said.

Tasting olive oil in Tuscany

Wine tastings epitomize indulgence, especially immersed in the heart of Tuscany, when visitors can savor glass after glass of Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Salvatore Ferragamo Jr., chief executive of the Il Borro wine estate and grandson of the fashion house’s founder, encourages guests to find other ways to indulge.

“The olive harvests in the autumn produce the region’s spicy, piquant ‘green gold,’” said Mr. Ferragamo.

Il Borro, in Tuscany’s Valdarno, is a meticulously restored medieval village that includes 58 suites, three vacation villas, two restaurants, stables, working vineyards and olive groves. Olive oil production began in 1996, following the recovery of varieties like Frantoio, Moraiolo and Leccino that had long been neglected. Now, after touring some 80 acres of organic groves, guests can engage in a tasting experience of two distinct oils, one full-bodied with floral, fruity and grassy aromas, the other robust, peppery and dark.

Another option, Tuscan Organic Tours , offers immersive daylong experiences that delve into wine and oil but also other rich agricultural offerings. Delicious tours with private transportation highlight tastes and flavors that include Pecorino di Pienza, one of the most renowned Italian cheeses, saffron and fresh pastas. The tours include visits to organic farms, lunches, tastings, and opportunities to participate in cheese-making and saffron harvesting.

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