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4 Hours Cricova Winery Tour with Tasting

35 Reviews 4.66 out of 5 stars Based on 35 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 91% of reviewers | Chisinau, Moldova

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Offered in: English
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Italian, Russian, Romanian

Overview

There are few wineries in the world that still produce sparkling wines according to the traditional Champenoise method and Cricova is one of them. During this tour you will explore its endless galleries, remarkable wine collections, a winemaking museum, the sparkling wine production section and even the underground church. After learning the remuage and degorgement process, you will have the opportunity to taste 4 types of wine, including a sparkling one.

What's Included

  • Snacks Nuts and biscuits
  • Alcoholic beverages 4 types of wine
  • Bottled water

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    Please note that the driver which will take you to Cricova winery might not know good English. Still, all our drivers are respectful and professional.

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    Bulevardul Ștefan cel Mare și Sfînt în Parcul Ștefan cel Mare
    MD-2012, Chișinău, Moldova

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    What To Expect

    Cricova is a unique underground complex that got renowned for both its huge labyrinths and excellent wines. For the last 60 years it creates the sparkling wine by the method of the famous monk Dom Pierre Perignon, which requires secondary fermentation in the glass and subsequent cuvée ageing. The wine maturation is done fully in the underground cellars, boasting 120 km in total length. Here, endless lines of stands are holding the bottles at a certain angle, waiting to be shaken every day, so they could become crystal clear. Currently Cricova is home to 1.3 mln bottles and 640 types of wine. The oldest wine in the collection and the only one of its kind in the world is the wine „Easter Jerusalem”, produced in just one batch in 1902. After the guided tour you will be invited in one of their tasting halls for a memorable wine tasting. It is here where the sommelier will tell you about the story of the bubbles in your glass.

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    • Service animals allowed
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Operated by a business

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 4 Hours Cricova Winery Tour with Tasting?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-261036P7

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    • Alcoholic beverages4 types of wine
    • Bottled water
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    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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