A winery tour can be an exciting opportunity to have fun and learn more about your favourite beverage. If you are planning a winery tour with family or friends, there are some things you can pack in advance so that you can have a comfortable visit.
Many winery tours Hobart will require a lot of walking. You will need to walk through the cellars and the vineyards. While this can be insightful, you need to ensure that you are wearing proper footwear so that you are not uncomfortable for the length of the tour. Look for comfortable footwear that you can walk in for a long distance. Closed toe shoes will be a good option especially when it comes to uneven terrain. Sneakers can be ideal for a winery tour. You can also look into comfortable walking shoes. Make sure to check the weather forecast for the day of the tour so that you can pick your outfit based on this. While sunscreen is important on any day, if it is sunny, you can pack your sunglasses with a wide brimmed hat so that the glare of the sun will not be in your face. If you are travelling during cool weather, you may need to carry a light jacket or sweater to keep you warm. Make sure you have enough layer pieces so that you can add or remove based on the weather and temperature throughout the day.
You have to carry valid photo ID
As you will be required to show proof of legal drinking age especially when it comes to tastings. You can also print out a copy of the tour confirmation and details about the reservation for a smooth check-in process. Chances are that you will buy a few bottles of wine during the tour so you can actually pack a wine carrier or a tote bag that comes with dividers to protect the glass bottles. This will be very easy to carry and you will have a comfortable time travelling with it. Make sure to take a reusable water bottle with you as well as some snacks so that you can stay refreshed throughout the tour. Some light snacks you can pack are cheese or crackers so that you can cleanse your palate when tasting different wines.
A small notebook
And a pen will also be useful so that you can note down your favourite wines, tasting notes, varieties of grapes etc. This can help you have a better understanding of your wine tasting experience and you can refer to this when you are purchasing wine in the future. You can also use the notebook app in your phone for this so that you can refer to it anytime you want. As there will be so many sights to capture, it is best to carry a portable phone charger with you so that you don’t run out of battery. There may be a tasting fee depending on the winery so it is best to bring some cash with you for this. Not every winery will access credit cards so this can be a good backup.
