From Alicante and Elche: Guided tour for vineyard and winery with tasting

The most unusual part of this outing is not the wine tasting. It is the chance to enter a working winery founded in 1707, where old tools, household objects, and historic rooms remain alongside modern production equipment. You begin among the vines, then follow the wine through fermentation and production before sitting down with three glasses and a few local bites.

I like the small-group car transfer, which avoids the feel of a coach excursion, and I like the clear link between the vineyard, the old house, and the wine in your glass. Driver Igor has been praised for arriving on time, keeping the car clean and comfortable, and helping throughout the day. The main drawback is the short 2.5-hour schedule, especially if you want a long meal afterward or time to linger in the garden.

Key points at a glance

• A winery founded in 1707: Visit historic rooms connected with the Marquises of La Romana and see old wine-making tools and household furnishings.
• Three wines included: The tasting covers a white, rosé, and red wine, with bread sticks, olives, and one tapa.
• Organic wine in limited quantities: The winery combines older traditions with modern technology and does not sell its bottles in supermarkets.
• Pickup from Alicante or Elche: Ride in a comfortable car rather than a bus, with several hotel and meeting-point options.
• A compact visit to Novelda: The guided winery portion lasts about 80 minutes, while the full experience takes around 2.5 hours.
• Lunch is possible, but plan ahead: You can stay at the winery restaurant, but a reservation and separate payment of 20 euros are required.

A 1707 winery with a working purpose

This is a good choice if you want more than a polished tasting room. The winery’s age gives the visit a sense of place, but the experience is still about current wine production. You see how the business connects its older methods with modern technology and organic agriculture.

That combination matters. Some winery visits focus almost entirely on architecture or scenery. Here, the old house is part of the story, but you also visit the vineyard, production facilities, and fermentation room. You get a basic picture of how Mediterranean wine moves from grape to bottle.

The wine is made in limited quantities and is not sold in supermarkets. That does not automatically make every bottle better, of course, but it does mean this is a chance to taste wines you are unlikely to find during an ordinary shopping trip in Alicante. If you enjoy small producers and regional products, that detail adds real value.

From Alicante or Elche to Novelda

Pickup is offered from six locations. In Alicante, you can meet at Reyes Católicos Premium Beach, The Outlet Stores Alicante, Meliá Alicante, Hotel Travelodge Alicante Puerto, or Hotel Port Alicante City & Beach. From Elche, the listed pickup point is B&B HOTEL Elche.

The same locations are used for the return trip. Before the car arrives, you are given its make and registration number, which is useful when you are waiting near a busy hotel or shopping area. The transport is by comfortable car, not bus, and the group can include up to 15 people.

That vehicle choice is one of the strongest practical features. A bus can make a short winery trip feel slow and impersonal. A car keeps the transfer simpler, though a group of 15 may still require more than one vehicle depending on the operator’s arrangements. The information provided specifically describes private transportation in a comfortable car, so confirm the final vehicle details if your group is large.

The driver can speak English, Spanish, Romanian, or Russian according to the transport details, while the listed live tour languages are English, Spanish, and Russian. Igor is specifically named as a driver, and his punctual, helpful service has been singled out as a strength. Your assigned driver may differ, but the name is useful to know if Igor is handling your departure.

Walking through the vineyard

The visit begins in the vineyard. This is where you learn about the grape varieties and the methods used to grow them. The focus is Mediterranean wine, so the point is not just to look at rows of vines, but to understand the agricultural choices behind the final taste.

You should expect an educational walk rather than a long countryside hike. The supplied schedule gives about 80 minutes for the guided winery visit, including the vineyard, old house, production areas, and tasting. Wear shoes that are comfortable for walking outdoors and through working facilities.

The vineyard visit gives the tasting some useful context. A white, rosé, or red wine can seem like an abstract product when poured into a glass. Seeing the vines and hearing how they are cultivated helps you connect the wine to its growing conditions and production methods.

The winery describes its wine as organic and produced in limited amounts. Those details will appeal to people who care about farming methods and smaller-scale production. Just keep your expectations sensible. This is a short introduction, not a technical certification course in organic viticulture.

Inside the old house of the Marquises of La Romana

The historic house is one of the outing’s most distinctive stops. It dates to the early 18th century and is linked with the Marquises of La Romana. Historic rooms preserve furniture, wine-making tools, and household objects from the 18th century.

I like this part because it gives the winery a human scale. You are not only hearing about production figures or tasting notes. You are seeing the rooms and objects connected with the people who lived and worked there.

The old rooms also help explain the winery’s approach. Traditional wine-making methods are still part of the story, even though modern equipment is now used in production. The visit is most rewarding when you pay attention to that contrast: old tools and modern fermentation, historic domestic spaces and an active wine business.

The information does not promise a large museum or a long historical lecture, so do not book this expecting a full palace tour. Think of the house as one part of a working winery visit. Its value is in the preserved details and the connection to the wine-making past.

Seeing production and fermentation

After the vineyard, a professional guide takes you through the production facilities and fermentation room. This is the point where the tour moves from agriculture to wine-making.

You learn how the grapes are handled and how the winery combines older traditions with current technology. The exact machinery and production sequence are not specified, so I would not expect a highly technical cellar masterclass. Still, you get to see the rooms where the wine is made, rather than stopping at a display counter.

For anyone curious about how wine is produced, this is more useful than tasting alone. You can ask questions about the methods used at this winery and relate the answers to the three wines served later. The guide is there throughout the visit, and the tour is available in English, Spanish, or Russian.

Because the tour is short, the pace will likely be fairly brisk. If you want time for long questions, photographs, and a relaxed tasting, avoid treating the 2.5-hour duration as spare time. The scheduled visit itself is about 80 minutes, with the remaining time covering transport and the tasting portion.

Three wines and simple local snacks

The tasting includes three different wines: white, rosé, and red. Bread sticks, olives, and one tapa are provided. This is enough to make the tasting comfortable and to give you something savory with the wine, but it is not lunch.

That distinction is important when comparing the $64 price. You are paying for transport from Alicante or Elche, a guided vineyard and winery visit, access to the historic house and production rooms, and three tastings with snacks. For someone without a car, the included pickup adds useful value. You do not need to arrange a taxi to a rural winery or worry about returning after drinking.

The tasting is also a sensible way to compare styles from the same producer. Start with the white, then the rosé, and finish with the red unless the guide suggests another order. Take note of which style suits you best before considering any purchase or lunch.

The winery’s limited production means you may not find these wines in regular supermarkets. The experience is better suited to someone who enjoys trying regional bottles than to someone seeking a broad tasting of many producers. You taste three wines from one estate, not a survey of the entire Valencian wine scene.

Staying for lunch in the winery restaurant

The winery has a restaurant in a spacious hall and a large, well-kept garden with a fountain. Lunch is not included, but you may stay after the visit if you reserve a table in advance.

The reservation costs 20 euros, paid separately. This fee includes the reservation service and the driver’s waiting time. Food itself is also paid separately, so ask for the full arrangement before you commit.

This can turn a short winery outing into a fuller half-day plan. One of the available accounts describes the restaurant food as fantastic and notes that the group even had time to visit a sanctuary church. That extra church visit is not part of the stated standard itinerary, so do not count on it automatically. It shows, however, that the day can sometimes be extended when transport and timing allow.

If lunch matters to you, reserve early and confirm how long the driver will wait. The standard tour is designed to last 2.5 hours, so staying for a meal requires a separate plan. The garden and fountain should make the setting pleasant, but the supplied details do not specify a menu, meal length, or particular dishes.

Is $64 a fair price?

At $64 per person, this is not the cheapest way to sample wine near Alicante. It is also not simply a tasting. The price bundles the car transfer, guide, vineyard walk, historic house, production rooms, fermentation area, and three wines with snacks.

I see the best value for visitors staying in Alicante or Elche who do not have a rental car. Transport costs to a rural winery can quickly narrow the price gap, especially when you add the convenience of return pickup. A small group and direct hotel-area meeting points also save time.

The value is weaker if you already have a car and mainly want to drink wine. In that case, you might prefer arranging your own visit and spending more time over lunch. This tour makes more sense when you want the transportation and explanation handled for you.

There is also an individual traveler and group offer for groups of four or more. The exact discount is not provided, so check the price for your dates rather than assuming a fixed reduction. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before departure, and you can reserve now and pay later, which helps if your Alicante schedule is still changing.

Who should book this winery visit?

I would recommend it to you if you enjoy history, local food, and the practical side of wine-making. It suits couples, small groups, and solo visitors who want an easy outing without renting a car. The small-group format is more personal than a bus tour, and the car transfer keeps the logistics simple.

It is especially good for people who want a taste of rural Valencian life without giving up an entire day. You see vines, a historic house, production rooms, and a working restaurant in a compact visit.

I would hesitate if you use a wheelchair, since the activity is specifically not suitable for wheelchair users. I would also look elsewhere if your main goal is a long, leisurely lunch, a large range of wines, or a full-day vineyard tour. The schedule is short, and the tasting is limited to three wines.

Smoking, drinks, and food are not allowed in the vehicle. That is easy to follow, but worth remembering if you are planning a food-heavy day. Gratuities are not included.

My booking advice

Book this tour if you want the whole package: pickup from Alicante or Elche, a small-group ride, a winery founded in 1707, an organic producer, three wines, and a short lesson in Mediterranean wine-making. The historic rooms and old tools give it more character than a basic tasting appointment.

Before booking, check the starting time, confirm your pickup point, and decide if you want lunch. If you do, reserve the restaurant in advance and budget the extra 20 euros reservation fee, plus the meal itself. For a compact and practical wine outing, this is a solid choice. For serious wine study or a slow countryside day, choose a longer visit.

FAQ

How long does the winery experience last?

The full activity lasts about 2.5 hours. The guided winery visit in Novelda is listed as approximately 80 minutes.

Where does pickup take place?

Pickup is available at Reyes Católicos Premium Beach, The Outlet Stores Alicante, Meliá Alicante, Hotel Travelodge Alicante Puerto, Hotel Port Alicante City & Beach, and B&B HOTEL Elche.

Where does the winery visit take place?

The winery visit takes place in Novelda in the Valencian Community.

What wines are included in the tasting?

The tasting includes three wines: one white, one rosé, and one red.

What food is served with the wine?

The tasting comes with bread sticks, olives, and one tapa.

Is transportation included?

Yes. Transportation is included in a comfortable car, not a bus. Return transportation is provided to the listed drop-off locations.

Which languages are available?

The live tour guide is available in English, Spanish, or Russian. The driver information also lists Romanian as an available language.

Can I have lunch at the winery?

Yes, you can stay for lunch at the winery restaurant, but you must reserve a table. The reservation costs 20 euros, and lunch is paid separately.

Is the activity suitable for wheelchair users?

No. The activity is listed as not suitable for wheelchair users.