6 Places for Wine Tasting in Manila
Wouldn’t it be great to actually know the different types of wine when it comes to their flavor, aroma, and distinct taste? Aside from the fact that it’s a fancy conversation starter, it’s great to learn about this amazing alcohol that real adults prefer to drink. Once you familiarize yourself with the differences, you’ll know when you’re drinking of quality or some cheap bottle.
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So embrace the adulting life by checking out the following places for wine tasting in Manila!
Estate Wine
Estate Wine is the exclusive partner of Britain’s oldest wine and spirit merchant, Berry Brothers and Rudd. They hold classes, tasting, among other fancy wine events every now and then, so you might want to bookmark their pages! Not to mention the fact that they invite sommeliers that will passionately teach you all you need to know about wines.
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Address: Estate Wine Tasting Room, Ground Floor, Republic Glass Building, 1229, 196 Salcedo, Legaspi Village, Makati, City
Website: estatewine.com.ph
Facebook: facebook.com/estatewine
Instagram: instagram.com/estatewine
Dr. Wine
Residing in the heart of Poblacion is Dr. Wine, which is owned by French sommeliers. This restaurant is one of the go-to places of wine enthusiasts in the metro because of their exquisite cold cuts and selection of wines, as well as wine tasting events. We’ll guess it remains true to its name—it may be the cure to your (broken) heart, no prescription needed!
Also read: Dr. Wine in Makati: A Glass and Platter of Goodness
5921 Algier, Poblacion, Makati City
facebook.com/dr.winemanila
instagram.com/dr.winemanila
Monopole
Albeit being a private haven, Monopole still boasts just the right atmosphere that’s ideal for a chit-chat while tasting different kinds of wine. But don’t fret if you’re not able to catch their wine tasting events—the restaurant itself boasts more than 300 labels and brands available in their chiller. You’d also want to try their excellent menu!
Also read: Monopole in Makati: A Private Haven for Wine Lovers
G/F Greenbelt Excelsior Building C. Palanca, Legaspi Village, Makati
monopole.com.ph
instagram.com/monopolewinebar
Shangri-La Hotel
Shangri-La surely isn’t just a fancy hotel—it’s also a home to different restaurants and private events, one of which is wine tasting. Whether it’s Makati Shangri-La, Shangri-La at the Fort, or EDSA Shangri-La, you can sure spot at least one event per month for your wine needs!
Ascott
Ascott is another luxurious hotel to offer wine tasting events regularly. Just earlier this year, one of the leading importer and retailer of wines and spirits in the Philippines Wine Depot organized TOAST in Ascott BGC, where free-flowing wines and food were served.
Also read: Unwin(e)d at TOAST 2019 MNL
The Peninsula Manila
Known as the oldest luxury hotel in the Philippines, The Peninsula Manila also holds grand wine tasting events. The world tour Simply Italian Great Wines, in fact, was held at this beautiful hotel last year.
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Do you know other spots holding wine tasting events in the Metro? We’d love to hear in the comments below!
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Written by Yana Bautista
