"The sommelier was incredibly knowledgeable and very happy to explain how best to enjoy the wine without any pretentiousness- which was greatly appreciated! Good amounts of wine to taste and the accompaniments paired really well. An enjoyable experience."
Madeira Wine Tasting · Funchal
Best Madeira Wine Tasting in Funchal 2026 — Madeira Wine Tasting
Taste madeira at the source in Funchal — historic lodge tours and guided flights from dry sercial to sweet malmsey.
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The Experience
What Makes This Portuguese Food Experience Special
Everything that makes this a must-book Portuguese food experience.
Highlights
- Savor the flavors of Portugal with a tasting of 5 distinct 10 YO Madeira wines
- Learn from a certified sommelier about Portuguese Madeira wine traditions
- Enjoy a curated selection of cheeses, dried fruits and chocolates with your wine
- Discover the diversity and complexity of Portuguese Madeira fortified wines
- Explore the unique flavors, history, and traditions of Portuguese Madeira wine
What's Included
- Guided tasting of 5 Portuguese Madeira wines
- Still and/or sparkling water
- Certified sommelier guidance
- Food pairing with artisanal cheeses, dried fruits and chocolates
- Vegan cheese board available upon request
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Taste the Real Funchal
Savor the flavors of Portugal with a tasting of 5 distinct 10 YO Madeira wines
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Madeira Wine Tasting · Funchal
About Funchal Madeira Wine Tastings
A madeira wine tasting in Funchal walks you through the island’s signature process — estufagem heat-aging, the four noble grapes, and a guided flight that ends centuries-deep if you upgrade.
Madeira keeps for months after opening — it’s the rare tasting where the bottle you buy survives the rest of your trip.
Also in Funchal: Food Tour Funchal · Cooking Class Funchal
Guest Reviews
What Travelers Say
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from 100 verified GetYourGuide travelers
"We met with Isabella and she talked us through the history and complexity of Madeira wine, how to test the aroma, colour, texture and taste. We talked through all 5 wines and tested them against different foods to see what impact it made. Super interesting and Isabella was so knowledgable. Really great experience."
"Extremely informative! Thoroughly enjoyed learning how to enjoy Madeira wines."
"It was our first wine tasting experience and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Roberto our sommelier was very knowledgeable and guided us through the wine tasting workshop. We definitely learnt a lot during the experience so would highly recommend this activity."
"Our guide/sommelier was fantastic. He provided a history of Madeira and an excellent presentation on the characteristics of Madeira and guided us through the tastings."
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Browse Portuguese Food ExperiencesFunchal Madeira Wine Tasting — FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking a madeira wine tasting in Funchal.
Prices start around $44 per person for the top-rated option. Costs vary by group size, duration, and inclusions.
Most run 1–3 hours — check each tour's details for the exact duration and what's included.
Our top pick is "Funchal: Madeira Wine Tasting with Sommelier - 2026 (Verified Reviews)" — rated 4.7/5 from 100 reviews. See the comparison above for alternatives.
Yes — these are relaxed, welcoming experiences; check the minimum age on each tour before booking.
Tastings are included; some experiences add a meal, wine, or a guided visit. The exact inclusions are listed on each tour.
Often yes, with advance notice. Flag it at booking.
Meeting points are central and shown on your voucher after booking.
A few days to a week in peak season. Free cancellation on most tours means booking early is low-risk.
Still have questions? Email us at info@portugal-food-tour.com