Calvi Wine Tours
Calvi and Ile Rousse
Explore some of the best wineries and historic places near Calvi and Ile Rousse during our private guided wine tasting tours in Corsica
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Calvi and the Balagne region of Corsica, where history, gastronomy, and breathtaking landscapes converge. Our wine, food, and history tours offer a deep dive into the heart of Corsican culture, combining delicious flavors, world-class wines, and fascinating historical sites for a truly immersive experience.
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This was my favorite experience of the trip!
Meg, NY, USA
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Welcoming, knowledgeable, and generous with his time
Dimitri, CANADA
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Made wine tasting very approachable and fun
Anna, MI, USA
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Fantastic tour guide and very knowledgeable about local history
Keira, MO, USA
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Knowledge of Corsican wine, history, geography and terroir is exceptional
John, IL, USA
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Highly recommend booking a tour to get all the tips about Corsica
Ben, NY, USA
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"Dominique is your one stop shop"
Kyle, NY, USA
Welcome to Calvi and Ile Rousse
Wines from Calvi
The vineyards are nestled between the Corsican mountains and the Mediterranean Sea, creating a picturesque setting for wine production. The region’s proximity to the sea helps moderate the climate, providing cooling breezes and reducing temperature extremes. Calvi produces a range of wines, including red, white, and rosé. The red wines are typically robust, full-bodied, and age-worthy. They exhibit dark fruit flavors, earthy undertones, and a balanced acidity. The white wines are known for their crispness, vibrant citrus notes, and mineral complexity. The rosé wines from Calvi offer refreshing flavors, often displaying red berry fruitiness and floral hints.
Balagne Region History
Calvi, Corsica, is rich in history, with its iconic Genoese Citadel overlooking the sea as a symbol of its medieval past. Believed by some to be the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, Calvi’s cobbled streets and ancient architecture tell stories of maritime heritage and centuries of Genoese influence. There is much more than the coast to the area: Explore nearby Ile Rousse, pride of Pascal Paoli, hilltop villages and historic landmarks to uncover the region’s fascinating cultural legacy.
For Wine Lovers
Embark on a wine tour, featuring extensive tastings, winemakers insights, and in-depth exploration of vineyards and fine vintages.
For Foodies
Indulge in a wine and food tour that combines wine tastings and local delicacies for a true culinary adventure
For History buffs
Experience a History and wine tour combining fine tastings with captivating stories of the Corsica's cultural and historical legacy.
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Calvi and Ile Rousse
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Customers REVIEWS
EXCELLENT Based on 35 reviews JuniperBerry2642024-11-26Verified A wonderful day of wine and sightseeing Our wine tasting day was one of the highlights of our holiday. Dominique was incredibly knowledgeable not only about wine but also about Corsican culture, history and landscapes. I would wholeheartedly recommend Corsica Wine Tours for an amazing trip. Georgina1812024-09-09Verified Must do! We had a fantastic time on Dominique’s tour. He had incredible knowledge of both Corsican wine and culture. As wine beginners, we were made to feel very comfortable and able to ask lots of questions. This is a must do if in Northern Corsica for a few days. 2 very beautiful vineyards with delicious wine! Anna M2024-07-23Verified Exquisite wine tour Dominique was well informed and very personable. He had a lot of interesting facts to share about Corsican culture/ history and was very knowledgeable about wine as well. He made wine tasting very approachable and fun. The views from the car ride were incredible. Dominique also provided us with great recommendations for other parts of Corsica. Melissa P2024-07-05Verified Excellent wine tour with history, culture, and geography insights sprinkled throughout! Our family of four (including 18 and 20-yo daughters) had such a wonderful experience on our Corsica Wine Tour. We did the Cap Corse wine tour and Dominique customized the tour to include an extra stop at a Patrimonio winery. His experience living in multiple foreign countries (USA, England, Japan) really lends itself to connecting others to the unique culture and landscape of his home country, Corsica. We appreciated his ability to conduct the tour in English, and we learned so much from him about the history of Corsica, the terroir, the wine, and the culture. Meg F2024-06-30Verified A perfect afternoon of wine and history This was my favorite experience of the trip! We went to two wineries, toured Sartène, and learned about Corsican history. Truly incredible and unforgettable. Can’t recommend enough Alison C2024-06-25Verified Fantastic host - memorable wines Dominique was an extremely knowledgeable, friendly and courteous host. He took us on an afternoon tour to visit two different wineries, and told us a huge amount about the history of Corsica on the way. It was a brilliant opportunity for us to see more of the island, and I will not forget the wonderful Patrimonio wines in a hurry. Quite simply a perfect afternoon! Peter K2024-05-18Verified Excellent Patrimonio and Cap Corse Wine Tours Corsica Wine Tours organised two full-day wine tours, into the Patrimonio and Cap Corse wine areas of Corsica. The tours and tastings provided an insight into local wine making and production, as well as historical and geographic context which enriched our trip to Corsica. For our outings in particular, Dominique kindly customised the tours to include specific producers (upon prior arrangement) and ensured the availability of vegan food options throughout both days. Dominique’s attention to detail and friendly manner added greatly to the experience. A commendable, fun and memorable experience. Tour298863188242023-10-24Verified Great wine tour of Patrimonio We had the best time with Dominique and Corsica Wine Tours! His knowledge of Corsican history, the local vineyard practices, and regional wines really made the tour come alive. We left with a great appreciation not just for the wine but the people and history of the area. It was also wonderful to taste some really great wines of the Patrimonio area. I highly recommend Corsica Wine Tours and would happily take another tour! Thank you Dominique! Jessica S2023-09-25Verified Great experience Dominique hosted a great wine tour for our family (5 adults). In a mini van, we were picked up perfectly on time at our own vacation home. He drove us safely though the area, while telling beautiful historical stories about the island. We stopped at a viewpoint, where we could overlook the vine yards, after which we drove to the vine yards itself and got a tour. After the vine yards, we drove to the local wine maker, where we were offered 9 (!) wines for the tasting. Dominque is a lovely host: very kind, knowlegdeable and fluent in English. 100% recommend! Dimitri M2023-09-11Verified Half-day Calvi wine tour We took a half-day wine tour of Calvi, visiting 2 wineries in the region. Dominique was very welcoming, knowledgeable, and generous with his time even when our tour ran a little longer than planned. He is clearly well-known and well respected based on the interactions he had at the wineries. He was even able to get us a tour of a very recent winery, the only one with a chateau in Corsica. We met the owner, got a tour, had a long and interesting discussion that covered a range of topics, and even had a beautiful charcuterie and cheese board with the tasting. A genuinely fantastic experience, made all the more so by the incredible landscape. I would not only recommend the tour, but plan in taking another the next time we visit Corsica.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
EXCELLENT Based on 6 reviews Julia Anthony2024-11-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our wine tasting day with Dominique was one of the real highlights of our stay in Corsica. Dominique was incredibly knowledgeable, not only about wine, but also about Corsican history, culture and landscapes. I would wholeheartedly recommend one of Dominique's wine tours. Melissa Price2024-07-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our family of four had such a wonderful experience on our Corsica Wine Tour. We did the Cap Corse wine tour and Dominique customized the tour to include an extra stop at a Patrimonio winery. His experience living in multiple foreign countries (USA, England, Japan) really lends itself to connecting others to the unique culture and landscape of Corsica. We appreciated his ability to conduct the tour in English, and we learned so much from him. Benjamin Huang2024-01-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Super knowledgeable. If you’re staying in Corsica for a few days, highly recommend booking a tour to get all the tips about Corsica. Olivia Coomer2023-06-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My family and I had a wonderful time on the tour! Dominique has so much knowledge to share. It is apparent he has a deep appreciation for wine and is proud to be Corsican. Lucy Baird2023-05-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A group of 4 of us had an amazing afternoon with Dominique exploring Corsica and tasting regional wines! He customized our tour given the location we were staying and the vineyards we visited were beautiful and varied. As a native Corsican, he is extremely knowledgeable about the history of the gorgeous island and all that it has to offer. I highly recommend booking Corsica Wine Tours! mugdha ranade2023-03-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dominique is very knowledgeable about the history and the wine making in Corsica! But most of all he’s very good natured and a really nice person! It was great to have done the wine tour with him! One of our very best days in Corsica 😀Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more