A sherry lesson over a legendary bar.

This private tasting meal sits on the first floor above El Rinconcillo, Seville’s oldest bar opened in 1670, with Roger from A Question of Taste guiding you through Spanish wines and food pairings. I love the setup: bare brick walls, beamed ceilings, and a real sense of being in the city, not in a generic tasting room.

I also love the pairing logic. The courses—acorn-fed Iberian ham and fine prawns from Huelva—arrive with wines chosen to match, and Roger talks you through regions, grapes, and winemaking with helpful visuals like maps.

One consideration: soda/pop isn’t included, so if you want non-alcoholic drinks beyond coffee or tea, plan for an extra cost.

Key reasons this wine tasting earns its 5-star buzz

• Seville’s oldest bar as your address: El Rinconcillo (opened in 1670) sets the tone immediately.
• A host who connects the dots: Roger brings wine regions and sherry ageing into plain language.
• Smart course-by-course pairings: Iberian ham, prawns, meat, cheese, and dessert are matched to the wines.
• Sherry-style focus: you’ll spend time on what makes authentic sherry-style ageing different.
• Flexibility when you ask: you can request changes to dishes and even wine choices.
• It stays private: only your group joins the experience, in English.

El Rinconcillo: Seville’s 1670 bar and the dining room above it

The meeting point is El Rinconcillo, on Calle Gerona in the Casco Antiguo. That detail matters because it instantly puts you in the oldest layer of the city. Before you even start the tasting, you’re in the kind of place where Seville’s daily rhythm still feels close to the surface.

Upstairs, the restaurant keeps a lot of the original look—bare brick walls and beamed ceilings—so the meal doesn’t feel like it was staged for tourists. Instead, it feels like you’re having a proper dinner in a historic room that already had a job before wine tastings were a category.

If you like atmosphere, this is a big plus. If you’re hoping for a modern, sleek dining experience, you might feel more “old Spain” than “new Spain.” Either way, you’re in a real setting.

Your private wine tasting dinner with Roger from A Question of Taste

This is a private experience, so it’s built around your group only. That changes the feel right away. You get room for questions without everyone else hearing your conversation. If you’re the type who likes to ask why one wine works better than another, this format gives you that space.

It’s also offered in English, which is useful when you’re trying to understand the bigger idea behind Spanish wine—not just which bottle is good. The experience is guided by Roger (A Question of Taste). In the feedback I saw, his strength is explaining the differences clearly and backing it up with visual aids like maps and images of wineries.

One detail that comes through strongly: Roger doesn’t treat wine as a trivia game. He talks about wine regions and grapes, then shifts into winemaking and ageing—especially the authentic sherry-style process—so the tastings feel connected instead of random sips.

If you’re traveling in a group, there’s also mention of group discounts, which is rare enough to pay attention to. And if you want pickup, the provider can arrange collection from where you’re staying, or you can meet directly at El Rinconcillo.

Wine lineup: Jerez sherry-style plus Spanish reds and whites

The tasting is built around Spanish wines, with a common pattern of combining wines from the Jerez region and a selection of Spanish red and white wines. That mix is smart. Jerez-style wines bring a distinct identity, while the reds and whites help you compare styles across Spain without making everything feel the same.

What you’ll focus on is not only what the wine tastes like, but why it tastes that way. During the tasting, Roger discusses:

• Wine regions and how they shape flavor
• Grapes used
• How wines are made
• The unique ageing process behind authentic sherry-style wines

I like that this isn’t limited to a single topic. Sherry fans will get depth, and people who think they don’t like sherry get a better framework for tasting it in context.

Also, there’s flexibility. The experience description says the wines can vary to suit your wishes, and you can ask if you’d rather have different dish pairings. That matters because wine tasting dinners can be hit-or-miss if the lineup clashes with what you actually enjoy.

The meal course by course: ham, prawns, meat, cheese, dessert

This is not just a tasting with a few nibbles. It’s described as a full meal experience, with lunch and dinner included, plus coffee and/or tea.

Here’s how the pairing plan works in practical terms:

Acorn-fed Iberian ham

You start with acorn-fed Iberian ham, which is a classic Seville-Spain entrée for a reason: it brings salty, nutty richness that can handle bold wine styles without tasting harsh. In a tasting menu, this kind of opening food gives you a stable baseline. It helps you notice wine texture—fat, acidity, and length—right away.

Fine prawns from the Huelva coastline

Next come fine prawns from the Huelva coastline. Seafood often changes the way a wine reads in your mouth. It can lift flavors, highlight acidity, and make you notice whether a wine stays clean or turns heavy.

If you’re someone who likes wine more when it feels crisp and food-friendly, you’ll probably enjoy the shift here. If you prefer fuller, darker flavors, the next course helps rebalance the palate.

An excellent meat dish

Then there’s an excellent meat dish, paired to work with the wines chosen for that portion of the meal. This course is where a tasting dinner often becomes memorable: you’re no longer thinking about the pairing in theory. You’re tasting how the wine handles richer proteins.

Spanish cheese

After meat, cheese adds another layer. It’s a good bridge into the final sweets because it has enough flavor intensity to stay with the wine, but it’s also easier to manage than very heavy desserts.

Typical desserts

Finally, you get typical desserts, paired to close the evening. I appreciate that desserts are included, because wine dinners can end abruptly when you’re still in a good mood. Here, you get a full send-off.

Coffee and/or tea

Coffee and/or tea round out the meal. It’s also a practical touch: it helps you settle before you head back out into Seville’s evening streets.

What’s not included: soda/pop

Soda/pop isn’t included, so alcoholic beverages, coffee/tea, and whatever the meal includes are covered, but extra non-alcoholic drinks may not be. If you want a soft drink alongside the wine courses, budget for it.

What you learn about sherry ageing (and why it changes how you sip)

The biggest educational hook is the ageing process of authentic sherry-style wines. The point isn’t to turn you into a wine engineer. It’s to help you taste with your ears open—so you understand why the wine feels the way it does.

Roger’s approach, based on the comments in the feedback, focuses on:

• explaining the grapes and how winemaking shapes style
• connecting the region (Jerez) to flavor expectations
• using comparisons and visuals (including maps) to make the story stick

This matters for value. A tasting that only says notes like citrus or oak can be entertaining, but it doesn’t always change your next decision when you see bottles in a shop. A tasting with a solid framework does. After this, you’re more likely to recognize sherry styles on your own, and you’ll know what questions to ask.

And if you’ve ever tried sherry once and found it confusing, that sherry-style ageing discussion is exactly where clarity can happen. Even if you love it already, you’ll probably walk away tasting more texture and structure than you expected.

Price and value: what $183.35 buys you for 2.5 hours

At $183.35 per person for about 2 hours 30 minutes, this isn’t a budget activity. It’s priced like what it is: a private, guided meal with wine.

Here’s what you’re actually paying for:

• Private guidance in English
• Alcoholic beverages paired across the meal
• A multi-course dining setup (including lunch, dinner, plus coffee/tea)
• Food pairings that are specific, not generic (Iberian ham, Huelva prawns, cheese, desserts)
• The explanation component—regions, grapes, winemaking, and sherry-style ageing

Where the value feels strongest is in the pairing quality. The feedback I saw repeatedly highlighted that the food and wines worked together well. When pairings are chosen carefully, you taste more, and the experience feels less like you’re just eating while someone pours.

So who gets the best deal? People who:

• enjoy wine but want to understand it
• like guided structure instead of wandering on their own
• travel with a partner or small group and want a tailored night

If you’re only looking for a casual drink and a snack, there may be cheaper ways to do Seville. But if you want a guided night with food you can’t easily recreate, this pricing can feel fair.

Pickup, timing, and smart tips to enjoy every course

This tour ends back at the meeting point, so you can plan a relaxed evening without thinking too hard about where the night will go.

You have two start options: meet at El Rinconcillo or get pickup from where you’re staying. I’d choose pickup if:

• your hotel is a bit uphill or far in the old town
• you don’t want to waste time hunting the exact corner
• you’re coming straight from another activity

If you meet at the bar, arrive a little early so you can settle into the historic vibe before the meal starts.

Also, don’t be shy about your preferences. The experience says wines can be varied to suit your wishes, and you can request different dishes. If you know you avoid certain ingredients or you prefer a different wine style, it’s better to say it early.

A small but important practical note: you’ll be drinking wine as part of the meal. That’s the point, but it also means you should plan for no driving and comfortable pacing.

Finally, the setting is described as part of a restaurant on the first floor above the bar, and El Rinconcillo is near public transportation. So even if you’re not getting pickup, you can still reach it without turning your day into a logistics puzzle.

Who should book this private tasting meal in Seville

I’d point you toward this experience if you want:

• a private format with English guidance
• a serious but friendly wine-and-food pairing dinner
• a focus on Jerez/sherry-style ageing rather than only generic tasting notes
• an evening with an actual meal, not just a few pours

It may not be the best fit if:

• you hate the idea of alcohol being built into your meal
• you want ultra-modern dining and lots of space
• you’re trying to keep costs as low as possible

But for most people who like Spanish wine and want a guided night anchored in real Seville, it’s a strong choice.

Should you book this private wine tasting meal above El Rinconcillo?

Yes, if you care about pairings and want to learn how Spanish wine styles work on the plate. The combination of:

• Seville’s oldest bar setting (El Rinconcillo, 1670)
• a private, English-first guide with Roger from A Question of Taste
• a pairing-focused menu (ham, Huelva prawns, meat, cheese, desserts)
• a real emphasis on authentic sherry-style ageing

makes this feel like a night designed for understanding, not just drinking.

If your group is split—one wine person and one “I just want a nice dinner”—this still tends to work because the meal courses are built around flavor compatibility, not wine-lovers-only theatrics. Just communicate preferences early, and you’ll get more out of it.

FAQ

Where does the wine tasting meal start?

The experience starts at El Rinconcillo, C. Gerona, 40, Casco Antiguo, 41003 Sevilla, Spain.

Can pickup be arranged from my hotel?

Yes. You can be picked up from where you are staying, or you can meet at El Rinconcillo where the tasting and meals are held.

How long is the private tasting dinner?

It lasts about 2 hours 30 minutes.

Is this experience private, and is it offered in English?

Yes. It’s a private experience for only your group, and it’s offered in English.

What food and drinks are included, and is soda included?

Included are alcoholic beverages, lunch, dinner, and coffee and/or tea. Soda/pop is not included.

Can the host adjust the wines or dishes to match my preferences?

Yes. If you prefer other dishes, you can ask, and the provider can vary the wines to suit your wishes.

What should I know about cancellation and service animals?

You can cancel for free up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Service animals are allowed.

If you want, tell me your dates and whether your group prefers more reds, more whites, or mainly sherry, and I’ll suggest what to ask for when you book.