Guided Tours

Cockburn's Lodge Guided Tour with Premium Wine Tasting

Tour Cockburn’s legendary cellar, meet skilled coopers and enjoy a premium Port tasting in an intimate setting.

This guided tour is a crash course in everything Port! Uncover how Cockburn Lodge turns Douro Valley grapes into wine with an expert.

In Cockburn’s cellar, every barrel tells a tale. Step in to learn how oak, time, and a little magic make Port a wine unlike any other.

Watch winemakers and coopers in action—guardians of a centuries-old craft. Chat with them for some timeless wine wisdom.

Taste Cockburn’s finest wines in a private setting, with a sommelier teaching you the art of tasting and savoring each layer of intense flavor.

Guided tour of Cockburn Lodge and cellar

Expert English-speaking guide

Wine tasting in the private John Smith’s room (3 wines: Special Reserve, Cockburn's 20-year-old tawny, Cockburn's vintage port)

Commentary by a professional sommelier

Transfers

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Step into Cockburn’s Lodge, a gem in Vila Nova de Gaia, where Port wine’s rich history and artistry come to life. From its roots in 1815 to its iconic status today, this lodge is a testament to centuries of winemaking excellence. Whether you’re a wine aficionado or just curious, this tour offers a feast for the senses and a slice of history to savor.

Explore Cockburn’s historic cellar

Your journey begins in Cockburn’s awe-inspiring cellar, home to one of the largest collections of oak barrels in the Port trade. As you wander through this magical space, the aroma of aging wine fills the air, and your guide reveals the fascinating journey of Duoro grapes from vineyard to glass. See the winemakers and coopers—some of the last in the Port trade—at work, using traditional tools to repair barrels, a vital dying craft that distinguishes the Lodge’s wines from the rest. But don’t just stand and stare; strike up a conversation with the artisans who may just share a nugget of wine wisdom that is as timeless as their craft.

Premium tasting in the John Smithes room

The highlight here is a guided tasting of Cockburn’s finest Ports in the exclusive John Smith's Room. A professional sommelier will walk you through three exquisite pours: the rich Special Reserve, the caramel-kissed 20-year-old Tawny, and the bold Vintage Port. As you sip, you’ll uncover the complex layers of each wine and learn the secrets to pairing them perfectly.

At Cockburn’s Lodge, every step and sip tells a story; it’s a celebration of history, craftsmanship, and flavor. Cheers to a truly unforgettable experience!

What’s not allowed

Keep your furry friends back, pets are not allowed in the lodge’s premises.

Accessibility

The venue is accessible for wheelchairs. Get in touch with the lodge for specific accessibility needs.

Additional information

There are no age restrictions for the cellar tour. However, children under the age of 18 years cannot partake in the wine tasting. Make sure to carry some form of identification, like passport or ID card, for age verification.

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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

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