Segovia: Winery Tour with Wine Tasting

The best part of this experience is its scale. You visit one of Castilla y León’s smallest wineries, where wine is made in limited quantities and the cellar is close enough to the patio that the process feels easy to follow. Guides such as Rodrigo and Alex explain each step in plain language, from grape handling to aging.

I like the personal attention and the tasting setting. You get three wines with a local appetizer, then sit beneath trees and vegetation in a Spanish patio rather than rushing through a large commercial facility. I also like that the visit covers both red and white wine, along with the winery’s different labels.

The main drawback is getting there. Navas de Oro is about 30 to 35 minutes by car from central Segovia, and taxi access is limited, with no Uber or Lyft available. You can request a private pickup and return for up to four people, but the extra cost is €120.

Key points to know before booking

• A small working winery: Visit Las Dos Antiguas in Navas de Oro, not a large industrial wine complex.
• Three limited-edition wines: The tasting focuses on the winery’s own labels and includes a local appetizer.
• A one-hour guided visit: See the cellar and learn how red and white wines are produced and aged.
• A leafy patio tasting: The final 30 minutes take place in a beautiful Spanish courtyard with trees and vegetation.
• English and Spanish guides: Rodrigo and Alex are among the guides named in the booking information and guest feedback.
• Transport needs planning: Bring your own car, arrange a taxi, or request the winery’s €120 round-trip service for up to four people.

Why this small winery visit feels different

Many wine visits are built around large estates, broad production figures, and polished tasting rooms. This one takes you to a small village winery where the limited output is part of the story. You see where the wine is made, learn how the labels differ, and taste the finished product in the same place.

That smaller setting matters. It gives the guide room to answer questions about the actual wines in front of you instead of delivering only a standard speech. Alex, for example, is praised for answering questions carefully and explaining what makes a good wine. Rodrigo is also named as a strong guide who walks visitors through the full winemaking process.

I would choose this visit if you want a closer look at how a family-scale or small-production winery operates. It is less suited to someone who wants a full-day wine route with several estates, extensive vineyard walking, or a long meal. The experience is focused and compact: one winery, one guided visit, three wines, and a small food pairing.

Reaching Las Dos Antiguas from Segovia

The meeting point is Las Dos Antiguas S.L., at C. Real, 17, in Navas de Oro. From downtown Segovia, allow about 30 to 35 minutes of driving time. The exact travel time will depend on your starting point and road conditions, but this is not a walk from the old town.

This is the practical issue to solve before you pay. The winery advises you to use your own car or arrange a taxi. Taxi access in the village is limited, and Uber and Lyft are not available, so leaving transport until the last minute could create stress.

For a group of no more than four people, you can ask the winery to collect you from Segovia and return you afterward. That service costs an additional €120. Split four ways, that is €30 per person, which may be reasonable if it saves you from arranging separate rides. For one or two people, it adds a large amount to a $35 activity, so compare the total against a taxi quote before booking.

A car also gives you more control over the day, but the tasting means you should decide in advance who will drive. The tour itself is short, so it fits well as an extra stop on a driving day in the Segovia area.

The one-hour guided visit inside the cellar

The first hour is a guided tour of the winery. You learn how the team makes both red and white wine, including the main steps used to turn grapes into a finished bottle. The visit also covers the story of the winery and its vineyards.

You then look at the different labels and the different methods used for each one. This is useful because it connects the production process to the wines you will taste later. Instead of hearing general facts about wine, you can ask why one label is handled or aged differently from another.

The cellar is an important part of the visit. You see the place where the wine is made and aged, giving you a clearer sense of the time and care behind a limited-edition bottle. The information provided does not promise a vineyard walk or grape harvest activity, so book this for the cellar explanation rather than for outdoor touring.

The wording of the tour suggests a hands-on look at the winery’s process, but the exact amount of equipment in operation may depend on the season. Wine production is not identical every month. Even so, the core visit remains the same: the winery’s story, its vineyards, its labels, and the cellar where the wines develop.

Learning about red and white wine without a lecture overload

A good winery visit should help you taste with more confidence, not bury you in technical terms. This tour is designed around the full path from production to tasting, so you can connect what you hear to what is in your glass.

You learn how the winery approaches red and white wines, then how those approaches affect the finished bottles. The guides are available in English and Spanish, which makes the experience accessible to international visitors and Spanish-speaking groups. If you care about a particular topic, ask early about the grapes, aging, labels, or differences between the three tasting wines.

The small scale can make this especially useful for families or first-time wine tasters. One family with a four-year-old received help from Alex before the visit and found the personal approach valuable. The tour is still a wine experience, so children will not have the same role as adults, but the visit is not presented as adults-only.

You should also keep expectations realistic. This is a 60-minute guided tour, not a formal wine course. You will gain a working understanding of the winery and its methods, but the depth will depend partly on your questions and the guide leading your visit.

Three wines and a local appetizer in the patio

The final half hour is a tasting of three limited-edition wines with an appetizer from local producers. The format is simple and appealing: three wines, a little food, and time to talk about what you are drinking.

The setting adds much of the charm. You taste in a beautiful Spanish patio filled with trees and vegetation, rather than standing beside a busy shop counter. That gives the last part of the visit a slower feel and makes the tasting a pleasant pause after the cellar tour.

The tasting is also where the earlier explanation becomes useful. You can compare the labels and production methods while the details are still fresh. If you are new to wine, ask the guide to point out the differences between each bottle. If you already know wine, the limited-edition focus gives you a chance to ask about the winery’s choices and small-scale production.

The appetizer is included, but the information does not specify its exact ingredients. Expect a local pairing rather than a full meal. I would not use this as a substitute for lunch or dinner, especially since the whole experience lasts only 1.5 hours.

Several people have bought bottles after tasting. That is not required, but it can be a good reason to bring room in your luggage or ask how the winery handles purchases. The supplied information confirms that bottles are available for purchase through the experience, but it does not list prices or shipping options.

What the $35 price gives you

At $35 per person, the experience offers a clear package: a winery visit, a one-hour guided explanation, three wines, and an appetizer. For a small producer, that is a fair price if you value direct contact with the people and place behind the wine.

The value is strongest when you want more than a tasting flight. A bar can pour three wines faster, but it will not show you the cellar or explain how the labels are made. A large estate may offer more facilities, but this visit gives you a close look at a small operation and its limited production.

The value is less convincing if transport pushes the total much higher. Add the €120 pickup and return service, and a group of four pays an extra €30 each. For a couple, the transport surcharge becomes €60 each before the activity price, so a taxi or rental car may make more sense.

You also need to account for time. The scheduled experience is 90 minutes, with about 60 minutes for the tour and 30 minutes for tasting. Add driving time and you are giving the outing roughly two and a half hours from Segovia and back. That is manageable, but it is not an instant stop between monuments in the city center.

Who will get the most from this visit

I would recommend this outing to you if you enjoy small producers, local food, and learning how a product is made. It suits couples, small groups, families with older children, and anyone spending several days around Segovia who wants a break from major sights.

It is also a good match for people who prefer a conversation with a guide over a large group presentation. The repeated praise for Alex and Rodrigo points to the importance of the guide here. A clear explanation and thoughtful answers are central to the experience, not a minor extra.

Wine buyers may find particular value in the limited-edition labels. The visit helps you taste before buying, and the winery’s small scale gives the bottles a stronger sense of place. You may want to ask about transport rules for bringing bottles home, since no details are provided about luggage or shipping.

I would think twice if you need a tour directly in Segovia, have no transport plan, or want several wineries in one day. This experience does not offer hotel pickup as part of the $35 price, and the village location requires planning.

Accessibility, language, and booking flexibility

The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible. If you use a wheelchair, contact the provider before arrival to confirm that the route through the cellar and patio suits your needs, since the available information does not describe door widths, surfaces, or restroom details.

The guided visit is offered in English and Spanish. If your group needs one language in particular, select or confirm it when booking. Guides named in the supplied information include Rodrigo and Alex, but the assigned guide can vary.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The reserve-now, pay-later option lets you hold a place without paying immediately, which is helpful while you settle transport and the rest of your Segovia plans. Starting times vary, so check availability for the date you want.

Should you book the Navas de Oro winery visit?

Book it if you want a small, personal wine experience and can solve the ride from Segovia. The cellar tour, three limited-edition wines, local appetizer, and leafy patio make good use of 1.5 hours. The strong praise for the guides also suggests that the human side of the visit is a major part of its appeal.

Skip it if you want a city-center activity, a full meal, or a broad wine route with multiple estates. The extra €120 pickup service can change the value calculation, especially for a small party.

For the right person, this is a worthwhile side trip: modest in size, clear in focus, and connected to a real village winery rather than a generic tasting counter.

FAQ

Where does the winery visit take place?

It takes place at Las Dos Antiguas S.L., C. Real, 17, in Navas de Oro, in the Community of Madrid area as provided for the activity.

How far is the winery from Segovia?

The winery is about 30 to 35 minutes by car from downtown Segovia.

Does the tour include transportation from Segovia?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You should use your own car or arrange a taxi.

Can the winery arrange pickup from Segovia?

Yes. You can request pickup and return directly from the provider for up to four people. This service costs an additional €120.

How long does the experience last?

The total duration is 1.5 hours. The guided winery visit takes about one hour, followed by a 30-minute wine tasting.

How many wines are included?

You taste three limited-edition wines. A local appetizer is also included.

What languages are available?

The live guided visit is available in English and Spanish.

Is the activity wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible. Contact the provider ahead of time if you need details about the cellar route or specific facilities.