Wine Tasting Experience

Wine Tasting Inverness: Cool Climate Elegance

Step into our lounge for an afternoon or early evening wine tasting experience in Inverness.

The Scottish Highlands have become a destination in its own right for ‘coolcations’ – a chance to embrace coastal winds, mountainous breezes and mild summers. And so, it feels fitting to celebrate some of our favourite wine regions; pure, refined and wines influenced by mineral-rich soils. Join us between 3 and 5 pm daily, for a unique Inverness wine experience.

Exploring cool-climate regions

Our latest wine tasting experience celebrates three serves that showcase the cool climate wine-growing regions of France, Spain and England. One sparkling, one white and one red wine; each offering a distinct taste of each region.

Included

• Informal tasting with our beverage team
• 125ml tasting of Ambriel Classic Cuvée
• 125ml tasting of Chablis, Domaine Vincent Dampt
• 125ml tasting of Mencía, Salterio
• Cheese & Charcuterie Grazing Board
• £45 per guest

Wine Tasting of English Sparkling

Our tasting begins in the United Kingdom. This region, increasingly recognised for its finesse, now excels in sparkling wines. Specifically, the chalky hillsides of West Sussex are home to Ambriel Sparkling, a producer of traditional method English wines.

Their Classic Cuvée blends Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. These grapes grow on chalk soils once linked to Champagne. Moreover, the cool climate, moderated by the English Channel, allows grapes to ripen slowly and preserve fresh acidity.

As a result, Ambriel’s wines display bright aromatics and striking structure. Expect a crisp, refined sparkling wine with poise and balance. In many ways, this vineyard confidently rivals its French counterparts.

Renowned French Wine Region

From here, we move to Northern Burgundy, where the region’s cool latitude shapes one of the world’s great white wines. At the heart of this region, Domaine Vincent Dampt offers a brilliant example of classic Chablis. Vincent comes from a family with deep roots — three generations of Chablis winemaking. Even so, he brings a contemporary perspective, allowing the vineyard to speak through minimal intervention.

Notably, his vines grow on Kimmeridgian limestone, a fossil-rich soil that defines the style. Furthermore, Chablis’ cool temperatures produce grapes with vibrant acidity and subtle aromatics. The resulting wine is lean, mineral, and elegant — full of tension and precision. In short, it captures the purity and restraint that only a cool climate can offer.

Spain’s Northern Wine Region

Finally, our tasting journey leads to northwestern Spain and the mountainous region of Bierzo.
Here, the Atlantic Ocean’s influence creates a unique microclimate — cool, misty, and perfectly suited to elegant reds. In this setting, 70-year-old vines of Mencía thrive on steep slate terraces.

Salterio Mencía by Adegas Galegas shows how age and climate come together. Likewise, its mineral backbone reflects the slate-rich soils – dense and rounded, yet remaining lifted by a refreshing acidity. Because of its balance, this wine is incredibly versatile. Despite its intensity, this Mencía remains graceful – pairing with a range of dishes, from traditional Spanish charcuterie to roasted poultry. 

Cheese & Charcuterie

Alas, your wine tasting includes a cheese and charcuterie grazing board; favouring local Highland cheeses and meats. Indulge in a selection of delicate cheeses – pairing perfectly with your wines.

Reserve your Inverness wine tasting

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to join us for a one-hour wine journey right here in Inverness at Ness Walk. Our sessions begin daily either at 3 pm, 4 pm or 5 pm, offering the ideal setting to relax and savour cool-climate wines. Secure your place for just £45 per guest and journey through these wine-making regions, all from the comfort of our home in the heart of Inverness.

Indulge in Torrish

After your wine-tasting experience, indulge in the culinary delights of our flagship restaurant; Torrish. Our menu is a celebration of local producers, with each dish showcasing the very best of the season. From fresh seafood to locally farmed meats and vegetables, our kitchen team curate dishes that complement our wine collection. 

Reserve your wine tasting in Inverness

At Ness Walk, our Inverness wine tasting experience is more than just tasting; it’s an exploration of fine wines in the heart of Inverness. Experience the unique flavours of family run vineyards, discover cool-climate winemaking practices. Join us between April 2025 and October 2025 for this exceptional wine-tasting journey, curated by our sommelier. Book your spot now and elevate your Inverness wine experience to new heights.