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Wine Retreats in Portugal

Multi-day immersive wine experiences in unforgettable and distinctive Portuguese settings - combining guided tasting, local exploration and hands-on learning. Scroll down to see upcoming retreats. 

Wine Tastings & Experiences

Relaxed, guided wine experiences designed to help to explore and enjoy wine with confidence - including tastings, food and wine pairings, and small group events. Past and upcoming events are below. 


Swirling a glass of wine at sunset in Portugal

Private Wine Experiences

Tailored wine experiences for private groups, special occasions, or personalized learning

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Wine Masterclasses and Wine Retreats at Hutchins Wine Academy

Learn to Taste Like a Sommelier in Portugal

Build real wine confidence through guided tastings, structured learning and immersive real-world wine experience. 

What You'll Experience

- Systematic tasting to understand how wine works

- Exploration of International wines and Portuguese regions, styles and grape varieties

- Food and wine pairings in a a practical, relaxed setting

- Blind tasting and preference mapping to refine your palate


From vineyard and winery visits to guided "Story Tastings," each element is designed to deepen your understanding while keeping the experience relaxed, social, and enjoyable

At Vale das Estrelas Eco-Luxe Lodge

Set in the wild landscape of coastal Alentejo, this off-grid eco-lodge offers a unique setting to disconnect, focus, and fully immerse in wine. 

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7-11 May 2026

Learn to Taste Like a Sommelier in Portugal

Build real wine confidence through guided tastings, structured learning and immersive real-world wine experience. 

What You'll Experience

- Systematic tasting to understand how wine works

- Exploration of International wines and Portuguese regions, styles and grape varieties

- Food and wine pairings in a a practical, relaxed setting

- Blind tasting and preference mapping to refine your palate


From vineyard and winery visits to guided "Story Tastings," each element is designed to deepen your understanding while keeping the experience relaxed, social, and enjoyable

At Vale das Estrelas Eco-Luxe Lodge

Set in the wild landscape of coastal Alentejo, this off-grid eco-lodge offers a unique setting to disconnect, focus, and fully immerse in wine. 

Request Details
Easter 2026 Food and Wine Pairing Lunch at Vale das Estrelas with Hutchins Wine Academy Portugal.
Past Event

Easter 2026 Food & Wine Pairing Lunch

Discover the concept of "What Grows Together, Goes Together" through our sommelier-led 3-course menu pairing local foods with local wines, as part of our unique and immersive wine tasting experiences.

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