Sip and Learn at SANDALO VINEYARDS Wine Appreciation Course

I’ve always been an adventurer and I love exploring new places. I thought I had explored everything the island had to offer, but I was recently surprised to learn that there is a wine appreciation course offered on the island! I am a local but work in the city, so I don’t get to visit Bantayan Island. When I heard about the it, I knew I had to sign up. Oh jiva? 🥂🤫

Bantayan Island is not just a beautiful beach destination. It also offers a unique wine appreciation course that adds another dimension to the island experience. If you want to experience Bantayan to the fullest check this article!😅

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Anyhoo, it was almost late in the afternoon when a group of friends and I arrived at the wine appreciation course so eager to learn more about wine. (Well, I’m just here for the drinks, lol, just kidding! 😅 I don’t know anything about wine, really. That’s why I’m so excited to learn about it in this short course.)

The course is led by Sir Michael Sandalo, the passionate owner of Sandalo Vineyards. Sir Michael knows a lot about wine. He was just a regular wine enthusiast who met a winemaker while posted in Brazil as a corporate expat during his professional career. He brought those learnings back to the island and incorporated them into his business. He loves sharing his knowledge, and he also has a great sense of humor, so the course is both informative and entertaining. 😊

Sir Michael greeted us and welcomed us to the course. He explained that the management of Sandalo Vineyards had requested specific flavors that were familiar to Filipino tastes, and that the winemaker in Brazil was to pursue and produce those flavors. He described the flavors as appealing and smooth on the palate, with fruit-forward tastes and a well-rounded mouthfeel. Sir Michael began the course by discussing the history of his wine business. He explained the different flavors and aromas that each grape variety can contribute to wine. He also talked about the winemaking process, from harvesting the grapes to bottling. 🍷

My favorite part of the course was the wine tasting. hehe! 😅💅 Sir Michael poured us a variety of red and white wines. He also gave us some tips on how to experience distinctive notes produced by each specific wine. He explained to us the FIVE S (5-S) of wine tasting.

Here are the five steps of wine tasting, as explained by Sir Michael:

1. See. Look at the wine’s color and clarity. This can give you clues about the type of wine and its age.
2. Swirl. Swirl the wine in your glass to release its aromas.
3. Sniff/Smell. Take a deep breath and inhale the wine’s aromas. This will help you identify the different flavors.
4. Sip. Take a small sip of the wine and let it linger on your tongue. This will allow you to taste the different flavors.
5. Savor. Enjoy the wines’ unique flavors and characteristic taste while indulging your palate.

Sandalo Vineyards offers a variety of wines, including red, white, and rosé. They also offer wine tastings and tours of the winery. I would definitely recommend the wine appreciation course to anyone who is interested in learning more about wine or who wants to experience something unique on Bantayan Island. (Yung nagrerelax ka sa beach then may wine, ganern! 😅😅😅)

Here are some additional details about Sandalo Vineyards:

• Address: Maricaban, Sta Fe, Bantayan Island, Cebu, Philippines
• Phone number: +63 960 820 4744
• Website: https://www.facebook.com/SandaloVineyards.Bantayan/
• Please contact first to schedule an appointment.
• Wine Prices: The prices of these wines are surprisingly affordable, and their delicious flavors make them an excellent value for wine lovers.😊
• Wine Appreciation Course Price Only
  • Group of 3 or more:  Php 100.00 per person.
  • Group of 2: Php 150.00 each for both people.
  • Solo attendee: Php 300.00

^{Disclaimer – prices subject to change without prior notice}

After the course, we still had some time. Others were buying bottles of wine, while I went outside because the sun was setting and the sky turned pink. It was such a moment, sipping wine and watching the sunset. 💗 Cheers! 💗

WHERE TO BUY WINES OF SANDALO VINEYARDS IN CEBU?

If you are ever in Cebu and curious to taste Sandalo Vineyard’s wines, you can buy them at Black Smokehaus, which is located in Mandaue. I have already blogged about this restaurant, so you can check it out here.

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I was amazed by the wine course on the island! Bantayan Island, known for its beautiful beaches, also has a thriving wine scene. It’s inspiring to see the passion of the people behind it. Who knew this tropical paradise had such an incredible world of wine? It’s an experience that will make you appreciate the island even more. Get ready for a journey of flavors and surprises as you explore Bantayan Island’s wine scene. Cheers to exciting discoveries!🥂❤️

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