Ancestors of Modern Wine

Some grape varieties have a history spanning centuries, and many of them laid the foundations for the varieties widely known and cultivated today. Ancestors of Modern Wine invites you to discover some of them during an unconventional tasting experience in complete darkness. Rely on your senses and try to uncover what is in your glass without the help of sight.

The event will take place on Thursday, 4 March 2027, at 18:30 in historic wine cellar premises at Michalská 3 in Bratislava, in the courtyard of the Palace Apartments hotel. During the approximately two-hour tasting, you will discover several grape varieties that are considered historical ancestors of well-known modern grape varieties.

What can you look forward to?

• wine tasting in complete darkness,
• discovering historic grape varieties that laid the foundations for today's well-known modern varieties,
• interesting facts from the world of wine,
• exploring aromas and flavours without the help of sight,
• an unconventional wine tasting experience,
• a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere,
• approximately 2 hours dedicated to wine and your experience.

Tasting in the Dark

Once the lights are turned off and you remain in complete darkness, the way you perceive wine changes. Without being able to rely on your sight, you naturally pay greater attention to aromas, flavours and other sensations. This unusual approach to wine tasting creates space for new discoveries and often leads to surprising or amusing observations.

The evening is also an opportunity to take a break from everyday stress and the outside world. Without phones and visual distractions, you can focus entirely on the wine, your senses and the present moment.

This is not a traditional presentation of a particular winery. It is an evening dedicated to wine and, above all, to your own experience.

Ticket Price: €34 / person

The tasting lasts approximately 2 hours and takes place in complete darkness.

Venue

Michalská 3, Bratislava, Courtyard of the Palace Apartments hotel.