4 Wine Tastings in the Pacific Islands Worth the Long Flight

1.Shared – Introduction to wine – Bora Bora Wine Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $220Our pick

Spend about two hours with sommelier Allan at Bora Bora’s Saint-James restaurant, tasting wines and liqueurs with goat cheese, tuna tartare, truffles, and other small bites. The group is limited to six, pickup is offered, and you can ask for advice if you plan to stay for dinner.

“This was an amazing experience, Allan was very knowledgeable and very passionate about and how each ingredient feels, also with the side dishes, it was an amazing lesson of wine tastibg, sides and how to recognize wine styles”

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2.Private – Introduction to wine – Bora Bora Wine Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews

Spend two hours with sommelier Alan learning how to taste wine and pair it with food at Saint-James, one of Bora Bora’s best-known restaurants. You’ll sample several wines and liquors with appetizers, ask questions at your own pace, and may stay for dinner with advice on choosing a bottle.

“The private wine tasting we did with Alan was one of the highlights of our entire honeymoon. We told Alan this and we meant it when we told him it was the best wine tasting we have ever done. He was very intentional and thorough throughout the tasting and you could tell he genuinely enjoyed teaching us about the wines. 10/10!”

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3.Private Advanced Wines – Bora Bora Wine Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews

Spend two private hours with Allan, a Master sommelier who has worked in two and three Michelin-starred restaurants. Taste selected wines, liquors, and appetizers while learning how to match wine with food. Pickup is offered, and the session may take place at Saint-James or, when needed, at your hotel.

“Had an incredible time learning about different wines and regions of France. Allan is incredibly knowledgeable about these wines. He is incredibly personable and able to speak in terms that you can relate to whether you are an experienced wine drinker or a novice like myself. I highly recommend Allan and this tasting tour!”

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4.Private Experience of Tahitian Wine and Rum Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews

Join sommelier Allen for a private Bora Bora tasting built around local wines, rums, and food. He teaches you how to taste, compare flavors, and pair drinks with a meal. The session may take place at Saint-James, with pickup offered and the option to stay for dinner afterward.

“Most of the family enjoyed the experience. Allen is very knowledgeable and it is clear that he is passionate. We had a lovely time learning and tasting local flavors.”

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