Dive into a day of nature, flavor, and connection. Visit a local goat farm, meet the animals, and learn about the art of making fresh cheeses and dairy treats. Enjoy a hands-on tasting experience surrounded by the peaceful countryside — a genuine glimpse into rural life in Costa Rica.
Escape the Guanacaste heat and immerse yourself in a curated wine-tasting experience. Crafted by some of Costa Rica's top sommeliers, our tastings offer a perfect blend of fine wines, education, and indulgence.
Tasting Options:
1. Owner's Pick
Enjoy a flight of four expertly selected wines accompanied by a charcuterie and fine cheese platter.
Price: USD$ 84+VAT per person
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Guests: 1–6
Reservation Notice: 24 hours
Availability: Daily
2. Client’s Pick
Tailor your tasting by choosing the bottles you want. Pay for what you open and take home anything you don’t finish.
Rates + VAT:
USD$ 75+VAT for 2 people
USD$ 111+VAT for 4 people
USD$ 165+VAT for 6 people
Food Pairing Add-on: USD$ 65+VAT for 2 people
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Reservation Notice: 24 hours
Availability: Anytime
3. Duel of the Bubbles
Discover the art of fine sparkling wines as you compare Franciacorta, Champagne, Prosecco, and Cava in this engaging tasting.
Price: USD$ 720+VAT per group
Guests: 4–6
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Reservation Notice: 5 days
Availability: Friday & Saturday
4. North vs. South
Dive into a bold, blind Cabernet Sauvignon tasting to compare wines from Chile and Napa Valley.
Price: USD$ 1,650+VAT per group
Guests: 4–6
Duration: 2.5–3 hours
Reservation Notice: 5 days
Availability: Friday & Saturday nights
5. Spain in 4 Glasses
Explore Spain’s top wine-producing regions with a guided tasting of exceptional vintages.
Price: USD$ 1,450+VAT per group
Guests: 4–6
Duration: 2.5–3 hours
Reservation Notice: 5 days
Availability: Friday & Saturday nights
6. Super Tuscany vs. Rioja
Compare two of Europe’s finest wines from an extraordinary harvest year.
Price: USD$ 1,680+VAT per group
Guests: 4–6
Duration: 2 hours
Reservation Notice: 5 days
Availability: Friday & Saturday nights
7. Exclusive Cabernet Blind Tasting
Travel through the world’s top Cabernet Sauvignon regions in a guided blind tasting.
Price: Upon request
Guests: 2–6
Duration: 3.5 hours
Reservation Notice: 5 days
Availability: Friday & Saturday nights
All tastings include expert guidance from a trained sommelier.
Reservations are required, with notice based on the chosen experience.
Enjoy curated flights of four distinctive wines or a guided tasting led by a sommelier, perfectly paired with gourmet bites. For an elevated touch, host a private tasting or chef’s dinner at your villa—an unforgettable evening of flavor and elegance.
Wine Flight – $28 +VAT per person: Taste four distinctive wines from the weekly selection at the wine studio.
Guided Tasting – $45–$65 +VAT per person: Enjoy a curated session with a sommelier, featuring premium wines and gourmet bites.
Private Villa Tasting – Custom Quote: A personalized experience led by a wine expert in your villa, with optional chef-prepared pairings.
Each tasting is tailored to your preferences, offering the perfect blend of flavor, education, and sophistication for wine lovers of all levels.
Duration: 1.5–2 hours
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable five-course wine pairing dinner at Grotto 12, a refined experience designed for true food and wine enthusiasts. Each dish is thoughtfully paired with exclusive wines selected by our in-house sommelier, who will guide guests through every pour and explain the art behind each pairing.
The five-course gourmet menu features:
Beef Carpaccio, Babaganoush with Fresh Salmon, Red Snapper Fillet with Curry Sauce, Prime Skirt Steak with Truffled Mashed Potatoes, Mushrooms & Chimichurri, and a Raspberry Dome with White Chocolate Glaze for dessert.
Details:
Price: $225 +VAT per person (up to 10 guests)
Times: 6:00 PM or 7:00 PM seatings
Includes: Five-course gourmet dinner, curated wine pairings, and professional sommelier guidance
Notes: Menu may adapt to allergies or dietary restrictions upon request
An elegant evening where fine dining meets discovery — the perfect balance of flavor, education, and indulgence.