Wine tasting in a tiny winery feels personal. In Navas de Oro, about 35 minutes from Segovia, this 1.5-hour tour takes you inside one of the smallest wineries in Castilla y León, then finishes with a relaxed tasting on a leafy Spanish patio. I like that the visit is genuinely educational, walking you through how they make both red and white wine, not just pouring drinks. I also like the structure: you get a guided look at the cellar and aging process, then you slow down for a tasting of three limited edition wines with an appetizer.

One thing to consider is logistics. The winery is around 30 minutes by car from central Segovia, and there is no included hotel pickup, so you will want your own wheels or a taxi plan. If taxis are scarce during your visit, arranging the optional shuttle service (for small groups) can save stress.

Quick hits you will actually care about

• Small-winery access in Navas de Oro: more time with the guide, less “factory tour” energy.
• Clear red and white process overview: you learn what changes from label to label.
• Cellar visit included: you see where wine is made and aged, not just bottled.
• Three limited edition tastings: paired with an appetizer made from local producers.
• Spanish patio setting: tasting happens in a garden-like space with trees and vegetation.
• English or Spanish live guide: explanations are designed to be understood, step by step.

A small Navas de Oro winery trip that feels like a real place

This is the kind of Segovia-area wine stop that does not feel staged for mass tourism. You go to a village called Navas de Oro, and you learn how wine is made in a smaller operation within Castilla y León. For me, that matters because small wineries tend to spend more time explaining choices, not just ticking off a standard script.

The setting helps too. The tasting is held in a beautiful Spanish patio, with trees and vegetation around you. It is the sort of place where you can talk with your group, ask questions, and pay attention to what the wines taste like, instead of rushing from one room to the next.

Meeting at Las Dos Antiguas, C. Real 17, and how to get there

Your meeting point is Las Dos Antiguas S.L., at C. Real, 17. The tour does not include hotel pickup or drop-off, so plan your travel accordingly.

Here is the practical reality: the winery is about 30 minutes by driving from downtown Segovia. You should assume you will need either:

• Your own car
• A taxi arranged in advance, where possible

If you prefer, there is an owner-arranged pickup and drop-off option where they drive you to the winery and then back after the tour, but it is limited to a maximum of 4 people and costs 120€ extra. If you are traveling with a small group, it can be worth it just to avoid guessing about transport at the end of the experience.

Timing note: the tour runs 1.5 hours total, so you want to leave enough buffer for your drive there, plus a calm return.

Guided visit (1 hour): what you learn while you tour the winery

The heart of the experience is a 1-hour guided tour. You stay at the winery site, guided through how they produce their wine, including both red and white.

What you can expect to cover during this walk-through:

• All the major processes to elaborate a good quality wine for reds and whites
• The history of the winery and the vineyards
• Their different labels, and what goes into achieving each one
• A visit to the cellar, where the wine is made and aged

In plain terms, this part is not just “how they bottle wine.” It is about how decisions along the way shape the final taste. When a guide explains what happens before aging, and then what happens during aging, you start tasting with a lot more focus. You also gain context for why limited edition wines can taste different from what you might expect from a more standard label.

English and Spanish support

You will have a live guide in English or Spanish, depending on what you book. Past tours highlight guides like Rodrigo and Alex for step-by-step explanations that are clear, detailed, and responsive to questions. So if you care about the how and why, this is the kind of stop where it is usually worth asking.

The cellar moment: where aging becomes real

One of the most useful parts of the visit is seeing the cellar where they make and age the wine. Even if you do not care about every technical term, being in the aging area helps you connect the wine you taste later to the process that created it.

This is also where a guide can point out differences you can later spot in the glass, like how aging time or handling can influence flavor and structure. You will not leave with a chemistry exam, but you will leave with a better sense of what you are tasting and why it might feel lighter, rounder, or more structured.

Wine tasting (30 minutes): three limited edition wines plus local bites

After the tour, you move into the tasting portion, which lasts 30 minutes. You will taste three limited edition wines, and the tasting is served with an appetizer prepared using products from local producers.

What I like about this setup is the pacing. A longer tasting can sometimes turn into “sip, shrug, move on.” Here, the guide has time to explain what to look for and you have time to notice differences across the three wines.

How to get more out of the tasting

During those 30 minutes, do not just drink. Ask for a simple comparison:

• Which wine is the most food-friendly?
• Which one tastes most different from what you usually buy?
• What should you notice first on the nose, and what changes on the palate?

If you do that, the tasting becomes more memorable, and you can make a smarter decision if you want to buy bottles afterward.

A note on the wines

Because these are limited edition wines, expect the tasting to feel a bit like trying something more specific than a generic lineup. That also means you may end up wanting bottles to take home, because what you tasted might not always be the easiest label to find elsewhere.

The patio setting: an easy, pleasant way to slow down

The tasting happens in a Spanish patio with trees and vegetation. That sounds like a soft detail, but it affects the whole experience.

If you have only a short stop in Segovia, you probably want something that does not feel like a chore. This patio setting keeps the experience calm and social, and it makes it easier to focus on the glass instead of your surroundings.

It also pairs well with families and mixed groups. One of the strongest signals from past visitors is that the experience is comfortable and personal, not awkward or overly formal.

Price and value: is $35 per person a good deal?

At $35 per person for about 1.5 hours, you are paying for three things:

1. A guided winery visit with a guided education component
2. A structured tasting of three wines
3. An appetizer with local ingredients

What makes this feel like value is that you are not only getting wine. You are getting context. When a guide explains processes for both red and white, plus how labels tie to production choices, the tasting feels more earned.

The main trade-off is transport. Since there is no included hotel pickup, you are likely to spend extra time and maybe money getting to and from Navas de Oro. If you are driving anyway or you can use a car easily, the $35 price feels more straightforward. If you are relying on taxis without a plan, the tour can become more expensive in practice, and that optional 120€ small-group pickup option starts to look more attractive.

Who this tour suits best in the Segovia area

This tour is a strong match if you want:

• A small winery experience, not a big, impersonal stop
• A guide who explains processes clearly enough that you can connect them to taste
• A short, efficient outing that still feels like it has substance
• Wine tasting paired with food, in a relaxed setting

It may be less ideal if:

• You want something right in Segovia town with zero transportation planning
• You only want to “try a sip” and do not care about the explanation

It is also wheelchair accessible, which is a meaningful checkmark for travelers who need it. If mobility access matters for your group, this is worth putting at the top of your list.

What to do before and after: practical tips

A few small moves will help you enjoy this more:

• Eat something beforehand. The tasting includes an appetizer, but your timing matters for enjoying the wines, especially if you have a full day in Segovia afterward.
• Bring questions. If your goal is to understand red and white differences, ask early in the tour rather than waiting until the glass is in front of you.
• Plan your return ride before you arrive. With limited timing, you do not want to negotiate taxi availability right at the finish.

If you are the type who likes bringing wine home, keep in mind that some visitors decide to purchase bottles after the tasting. That can be a fun way to extend the experience, especially since you are tasting limited edition bottles tied to that winery.

Should you book Las Dos Antiguas Winery Tour with Wine Tasting?

I would book it if you want a short wine outing that feels thoughtful and human. The combination of a guided cellar visit, a clear overview of winemaking for red and white, and a three-wine tasting on a calm patio makes this a very workable plan when you are in the Segovia area.

Book it with extra planning if transport is your weak spot. Since the winery is about 30 minutes from central Segovia and pickup is not included, you will either want your own car or consider the optional 120€ pickup for up to four people.

If that logistics piece fits, this is the kind of tour that leaves you with more than a memory. You leave with a better understanding of what you just tasted, and you can actually describe it later.

FAQ

How long is the winery tour?

The tour lasts 1.5 hours total.

What is the price per person?

The price is $35 per person.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Las Dos Antiguas S.L., at C. Real, 17.

Is hotel pickup included?

No, hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

What happens during the 1-hour guided visit?

You tour the winery with a guided explanation of the processes for making red and white wine, the history of the winery and vineyards, the different labels, and you see the cellar where wine is made and aged.

How many wines do you taste?

You taste three wines during the tasting.

Is there food included with the tasting?

Yes. The tasting includes an appetizer made from local producers.

Does the tour have English and Spanish options?

Yes, the live tour guide is available in English and Spanish.

Is the winery tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is wheelchair accessible.

How does transportation work if I am staying in central Segovia?

The winery is about 30 minutes driving from downtown Segovia. You should have your own car or manage a taxi. There is also an optional pickup and return service for a maximum of 4 people, with an extra cost of 120€, if you request it directly.