Vinmonopolet Sandefjord – Courses and Educational Tastings

Vinmonopolet in Sandefjord offers a focused programme of educational tasting courses centred on guided tasting, comparison and sensory understanding. The courses are led by Vinmonopolet’s own trained experts and are designed to be engaging and structured, while still accessible to participants with varying levels of experience.

From February to June 2026, four courses are held in Sandefjord. All courses take place at Pir4, located on Brygga, and run from 18:00 to 20:00.

Each course includes five carefully selected products and focuses on tasting technique, style recognition, origin and production methods.

Course Level

Some prior knowledge may be helpful, but it is not required. The courses are structured so that both curious enthusiasts and more experienced participants will gain value from the tastings.

9 February 2026 – Learn to Taste White Wine

Event name: Learn to Taste White Wine

Description:
An introductory course designed to help participants better understand their own taste preferences in white wine. Through guided tasting, the session explains sweetness, acidity and texture, while introducing tasting technique and helping participants recognise different styles and grape expressions.

9 March 2026 – White Wine from Burgundy

Event name: White Wine from Burgundy

Description:
White Burgundy is among the most sought after wines in the world. This course explores wines from key villages and appellations, focusing on how origin, soil and winemaking decisions shape aroma, structure and ageing potential.

20 April 2026 – Rosé Wine

Event name: Rosé Wine

Description:
An introduction to rosé wine and its many expressions. Participants learn how rosé is produced, why styles differ and how colour, structure and flavour are connected. The tasting includes five different rosé wines and offers practical insight into this versatile category.

1 June 2026 – Small and Large Champagne Houses

Event name: Small and Large Champagne Houses

Description:
A comparative tasting exploring Champagne from both major houses and smaller producers. The course examines how scale, philosophy and production choices influence style, quality and expression within the Champagne region.

About the Courses

Duration: 2 hours
Time: 18:00–20:00
Number of tastings: Five products per course
Price range: From 795 NOK up to 995 NOK (incl. VAT), depending on product selection
Level: Suitable for both enthusiasts and more experienced participants

Practical Information

Booking

All bookings must be made via Vinmonopolet’s official website. See the Website tab for the booking link.

Age Requirements

Beer and wine courses: Minimum age 18

Valid identification may be required. Participation may be denied without refund if age cannot be verified.

Cancellation

Registrations are binding. Tickets cannot be refunded, exchanged or transferred to another course or date.

Location

All courses take place at:

Pir4
Brygga 1
3210 Sandefjord
Norway