Wine is close to our hearts
at Pöllöwaari.
Our award-winning wine list and passionate approach to beverage culture create the setting for memorable tasting events.
A guided wine tasting is an excellent way to start an evening, get into a festive mood, or deepen your knowledge in a relaxed atmosphere. Under the guidance of our professional sommelier, you will learn to taste wines in a new way, identify the characteristics of grape varieties, and discover new favorites.
We flexibly design tastings according to your wishes, but we have compiled our most popular themed packages.
Please contact us for more information
info@hotelliyopuu.fi or
our sales service myynti@yopuuyhtio.fi
MOST POPULAR WINE TASTING THEMES
Riedel Tasting – Experience the Effect of the Glass
This is an eye-opening (and palate-opening) experience that every wine lover should experience at least once. During the tasting, we practically demonstrate how dramatically the right glass affects a wine’s aroma, taste, and balance.
Duration: Under 1 hour
Location: Restaurant Pöllöwaari
Price: €52 / person (4–6 people) | €49 / person (7–35 people)
SPARKLING WINE TASTING – A Dive into the World of Bubbles
A dive into the world of bubbles. During the tasting, we will explore how bubbles are formed and how different sparkling wine styles differ from each other. You will get to taste three distinct styles of sparkling wine. We will also share expert tips on serving different sparkling wines and pairing them with food.
Duration: Approx. 1.5 h
Location: Restaurant Pöllöwaari, Verso, Bistro Kirkkopuisto
Price: €65 / person (min. 6 people)
CHAMPAGNE TASTING
During the tasting, you will learn about the history, characteristics, production, and current status of champagne. You will get to taste four distinct styles of champagne. You will also receive tips on suitable food pairings for different champagne styles. We are also happy to suggest a menu centered around champagnes.
Duration: 1.5 – 2 h
Location: Restaurant Pöllöwaari
Price: €99 / person (min. 6 people)
Rosé Wine Tasting – Summer in a Glass
Dive into the nuanced world of rosé wines. During the tasting, we will debunk myths and learn how versatile a food wine a quality rosé can be. We will taste two distinct styles of rosé wine and two rosé sparkling wines, one of which is authentic champagne. We will also share the best tips for serving rosé wines.
Duration: Approx. 1.5 h
Location: Restaurant Pöllöwaari, Verso, Bistro Kirkkopuisto
Price: €75 / person (min. 6 people)
White Wine Tasting – From Classics to Trends
On this flavor journey, we will delve into the production and stylistic range of white wines. The tasting includes four different white wines, one of which is a trendy and distinctive orange wine. You will learn to understand how different production methods affect the final result and which foods best suit each style.
Duration: Approx. 1.5 h
Location: Restaurant Pöllöwaari, Verso, Bistro Kirkkopuisto
Price: €79 / person (min. 6 people)
RED WINE TASTING
During the tasting, you will discover how various red wines are produced. You will get to taste four completely different red wines. We will also provide tips on serving different red wines and using them as food pairings.
Duration: Approx. 1.5 h
Location: Restaurant Pöllöwaari, Verso, Bistro Kirkkopuisto
Price: €80 / person (min. 6 people)
Wine & Chocolate Tasting
The perfect indulgence. We will taste three different wines and chocolates, exploring how the cocoa content of chocolate affects wine selection and flavor combinations. This light tasting is suitable for groups of all sizes.
Duration: Approx. 1 h
Location: Restaurant Pöllöwaari, Verso, Bistro Kirkkopuisto
Price: €52 / person (4–9 people) | €49 / person (10–35 people)
Wine & Cheese Tasting
A classic pairing that always works. In this tasting, we will delve into why certain cheeses and wines complement each other so well. You will learn to find the perfect flavor pairings for your own gatherings.
Duration: Approx. 1 h
Location: Restaurant Pöllöwaari, Verso, Bistro Kirkkopuisto
Price: €57 / person (4–9 people) | €55 / person (10–35 people)
Beer Tasting
A relaxed overview of beer’s history and production. We will taste four different beers together and delve into what kind of food pairs well with different beer styles. This light tasting is suitable for groups of all sizes.
Duration: Approx. 1 h
Location: Restaurant Pöllöwaari, Verso, Bistro Kirkkopuisto
Price: €52 / person (4–6 people) | €49 / person (7–35 people)
COCKTAIL SCHOOL
A fun and interactive program where you get behind the bar yourselves! Under the guidance of a bartender, you will get acquainted with selected products (such as gin) and their world. You will prepare two different cocktails yourselves, utilizing various spices and flavors.
Group size: 4–12 people (or larger groups if needed)
Duration: 1.5 – 2 h
Location: Restaurant Pöllöwaari or Verso’s meeting and event space Kerkän Baari (for larger groups)
Price: Training fee €120 + €28 / person
