Sofia Wine Walk

Had a great experience tasting many types of wine. The guide was very know6a d you can see his passion. Not too much walking between wine bars with some nice historic stops along the way.

Pavlin is a gem. It is rare to have a wine tour guide that is from the industry and a WSET level 4. As a result, his knowledge of wines from not only Bulgaria but all over the world is first rate. All three stops were fabulous as were all the Bulgarian wines we sampled. Unknowingly two hours became a lovely four as we savored our wines, bites and stories from Pavlin. I have done wine tours all over the world, and this was the best because it was done by a professional teaching us about Bulgarian wine and its deep history versus a “guide” walking you around to just drink wine.

We recently joined the Sofia Wine Walk for the second time and must say, it again exceeded expectations. The experience was not only about tasting excellent Bulgarian wines, but also about discovering the stories behind them — and much of that magic came from our guide, Pavlin. Pavlin is clearly passionate about Bulgarian wine. He is the heart of the experience. He’s not only a certified wine expert (WSET Level 4, no less), but also a great storyteller. He has a way of presenting wine that’s both approachable and rich with context — from grape variety and terroir to history, traditions, and a touch of humor. You feel like you're learning, but without any hint of snobbery. The tour took us through three cozy spots in central Sofia — each offering a carefully selected wine, paired with little bites and insightful commentary. Pavlin shared background on each wine, the grape varieties (some of them uniquely Bulgarian), and the regions they came from, weaving in bits of history, culture, and even personal anecdotes. On every spot we were welcomed as long-awaited guests, which showed us how special Pavlin is to the local wine community. For anyone visiting Sofia or even locals like me and my husband who want to explore Bulgarian wines more deeply, this is time very well spent. We highly recommend the Sofia Wine Walk tasting experience, especially if you’ve already done a traditional tasting and are looking for something with more character and a personal touch.