In addition to culinary delights, the festival offers a rich selection of wines from various regions around the world. Visitors can take part in tastings and receive expert advice from Estonia’s top sommeliers. The wine area features both large and small Estonian wine importers, ensuring that even the most demanding gourmet will find a favorite in the selection. Several wine-related trainings and events will also take place in different venues around Tartu during the festival week.
The 2026 programme is coming soon! Meanwhile, explore the 2025 programme.
Unlike previous years, access to the wine area is free of charge.
Visitors are welcome to bring their own wine glass for tastings or purchase one on-site for €3.
Wine courses require prior registration and are subject to a fee. Courses are held in Estonian unless stated otherwise.
Monday, August 4 
19:00 Tartu Food and Wine Festival Quiz Night | Vein ja Vine, Rüütli 8
A quiz focused on the history, curiosities, and modern aspects of food and wine culture. Teams of four are welcome.
Registration: [email protected]
Free entry
Tuesday, August 5
20:00 Special screening of La Grande Bouffe at Elektriteater
Ticket holders are invited to enjoy a complimentary glass of wine after the film at the wine bar Vein ja Vine.
More information and tickets available HERE.
Wednesday, August 6
17:45–21:00 Visit to Järiste Wine Farm
Guided tour with tastings of various wines, ciders, and spirits, as well as local cheeses.
Part of the event takes place outdoors.
A chartered bus departs from the lower parking lot of Vanemuine Theatre at 17:45 and returns at 20:30.
Thursday, August 7
19:00 Sabrage training | Mihkel Oras and Assar Jõgar | Vein ja Vine, Rüütli 8 | SOLD OUT!
Friday, August 8
16:00 Famous Wine Islands | Kristjan Markii | Vilde ja Vine, Vallikraavi 4 | SOLD OUT!
16:00 Sparkling Penedès | Aivar Vipper | Vein ja Vine, Rüütli 8
18:00 Champagne Grand Cru and Vintage – the crème de la crème of Champagne | Kristjan Markii | Vilde ja Vine, Vallikraavi 4
18:00 Pinot Noir: Much More Than Burgundy | Aivar Vipper | Vein ja Vine, Rüütli 8
20:00 Masterclass with Domaine Bouche sparkling wines | Laetitia Davoine | Vilde ja Vine, Vallikraavi 4 | In English!
More information and tickets available HERE. | SOLD OUT!
Saturday, August 9
13:00 Sud-Ouest of France and the Lionel Osmin winery | Karl-Erik Laanet | Onboard the ship Arabella, Atlantis pier
14:30 Quinta do Portal Masterclass | Pedro Santos | Onboard the ship Arabella, Atlantis pier | In English!
More information and tickets available HERE.
16:00 Pinot Gris | Erbi Kildjer | Onboard the ship Arabella, Atlantis pier
17:30 Rioja | Erbi Kildjer | Onboard the ship Arabella, Atlantis pier
19:00 Crémant and strawberries sunset cruise | Onboard the ship Arabella, Atlantis pier | SOLD OUT!
Participating wine importers: Wine Passion, Nautimus, Aldar Eesti, Momentin Eesti, Prof Group, Vinoforever, Veiniateljee, Celefante, Wines.ee, Alter Baltics
The organizer will be taking photos, videos, and audio recordings during the event and will share them with participants as well as on public media channels. The materials may also be used in Tartu city’s marketing and communication materials.
