Private Olive Oil and Wine Tasting in Kurilo, Montenegro

The most interesting part of this experience is its setting: you taste olive oil in a family olive grove beside a villa filled with old-world touches. The products come from the hosts themselves, so this is not a generic tasting room stop. I especially like the private format and the chance to pair oil and wine with homemade dishes based on family recipes.

I also like the practical pickup from the port or city center, which can save you a taxi ride in Stari Bar. The main consideration is the firm cancellation policy, and the two-hour visit may feel short if you want a long winery tour or a full meal.

Key points at a glance

• Ancient olive trees: Taste products made from olives grown on the property, including trees described as a thousand years old.
• Food with the tasting: Olive oil comes with homemade delicacies and dishes based on family recipes, not just bread and small samples.
• Private setting: Your group takes part on its own, without joining a larger party.
• Pickup available: Collection can be arranged from the port or city center, with the activity returning to the meeting point.
• A calm two-hour visit: The schedule gives you time for tasting and conversation without taking up a full day.
• Strong first impression: The hosting is warm, informative, and relaxed, with a carefully maintained villa and grove.

A family olive grove in Stari Bar

This experience takes place at Olive Queen in Stari Bar, at the meeting point listed as 34RJ+GQH, Stari Bar, Montenegro. The setting matters. Instead of tasting olive oil in a city shop, you sit among the trees that give the product its character.

The property combines an olive grove with a villa decorated in a traditional style. Authentic details connect the food on your plate with the family’s past, and the hosts use the space to explain how their oil fits into local life.

You are not simply sampling a bottle and moving on. The aim is to show how olives, oil, wine, cooking, and family customs belong together. That makes the visit a good choice if you want food with a sense of place.

The exact transport arrangement should be clear when you book. Pickup is offered from the port or city center, but the available information does not specify the vehicle, pickup time, or whether a return transfer to another location can be arranged. The stated end point is back at the meeting point.

What the two-hour visit includes

The visit lasts about two hours. That is enough time for a focused tasting, some food, and an introduction to the property, but it is not designed as a full-day farm outing.

You can expect the hosts to present olive oil made by the family, along with their own wine and homemade delicacies. The food is part of the experience, not an optional extra. It gives you a chance to taste the oil in the way it is meant to be used, alongside prepared dishes and family recipes.

That distinction is important. Olive oil can taste very different on its own compared with how it works in cooking. A good tasting should help you notice its aroma, texture, and finish, then show how those qualities change when paired with food.

The experience is described as informative and engaging. You should have time to ask questions, although the available details do not promise a formal lesson on olive cultivation, pressing methods, or individual grape varieties. If those subjects matter to you, ask about them when confirming your booking.

The property itself adds a second layer. The hosts present the villa as a place where history and family tradition remain visible in the décor and the food. You might find that the conversation around the table becomes as memorable as the tasting itself.

Why the olive oil tasting matters

Montenegro’s Adriatic coast is known for olive growing, and the experience gives you a direct link to that tradition through one family’s production. The stated age of the trees, up to a thousand years, adds real character to the visit. You are tasting oil connected to trees that have been part of the local setting for generations.

Still, tree age alone does not tell you whether you will prefer an oil’s taste. Your own palate matters. Some people enjoy a peppery, strong finish, while others prefer a softer oil. Use the tasting as a chance to compare and ask what makes each house product different.

Because the oil is produced by the hosts, the tasting also offers a useful look at small-scale food production. You can learn how the family presents its own harvest and how it fits into everyday meals. The personal connection is the main value here, rather than a polished commercial presentation.

I would approach the visit with curiosity rather than the expectation of a formal professional certification course. The supplied details promise an authentic food experience, but they do not state that the hosts provide technical grading, production demonstrations, or a tour of the pressing equipment.

Wine, homemade dishes, and family recipes

Wine is included with the olive oil tasting, along with homemade delicacies. The details do not identify the grape varieties, wine styles, or number of pours, so do not book this expecting a structured wine class with a long list of labels.

Instead, think of the wine as part of a food-and-family welcome. The homemade dishes are prepared with the family’s signature olive oil and reflect old recipes passed down through the household. That gives you something more satisfying than a tasting built around isolated samples.

The food also helps make the experience accessible to people who are new to olive oil. You do not need to know the technical vocabulary. Taste, compare, and ask questions. If you enjoy food but do not care about production details, the family recipes may be the most rewarding part.

The description does not say that this is a full lunch or dinner, so I would not arrive expecting a large meal. Eat lightly beforehand if you want to make the most of the tasting, but keep your expectations at the level of homemade delicacies and paired dishes.

Alcohol is included, and the activity is limited to adults aged 18 and older for alcoholic beverages. If someone in your group does not drink, ask the provider what nonalcoholic arrangements are possible before booking, since those options are not specified.

The private format changes the pace

This is a private activity, so only your group takes part. That gives you more freedom than a standard group tasting. You can ask questions without waiting for a large party, and the hosts can keep the conversation closer to your interests.

A private visit also tends to work well for couples, families, and small groups with different levels of interest. One person can focus on food, another on local tradition, and another on wine without the whole group having to follow a rigid lecture.

The trade-off is price. At $69.52 per person, this is not the cheapest way to taste local food, especially if you are comparing it with a quick shop tasting. But the price includes about two hours, private hosting, olive oil, wine, homemade food, and possible pickup from the port or city center.

That makes the value stronger for a small group that wants personal attention and a relaxed setting. If you only want a few sips and a bottle to take home, the price may feel high. If you want a cultural visit built around food and conversation, it is easier to justify.

The experience is booked an average of 18 days ahead. That does not guarantee a sellout, but it is a useful planning signal. I would reserve early if your port visit or Montenegro itinerary has fixed dates.

Pickup from the port or city center

Pickup is one of the most useful practical features. If you are arriving by ship or staying in central Bar, you may avoid arranging separate transport to Stari Bar. Confirm the exact pickup point and time after booking, since the information provided only says port or city center pickup.

The meeting point is 34RJ+GQH, Stari Bar, Montenegro. The activity ends back at that meeting point. This is helpful if you have your own transport and want a clear start and finish, but it is worth checking how the return works if you use the offered pickup.

The opening hours are listed as 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Sunday, for the period from June 5, 2024, through June 17, 2026. Since the tasting lasts about two hours, available start times should fit within those hours, subject to availability.

If you are visiting from a cruise ship, build in extra time around your ship’s departure. Pickup can reduce the transport worry, but the activity still requires time away from the port. Ask for a firm return schedule before committing to a tight boarding deadline.

A warm welcome, with a polished property

The hosting is a major part of the appeal. The team is described as greeting visitors with genuine warmth, while the property is kept in excellent condition. That combination matters because a food tasting can feel awkward if the hosts rush through the samples or treat the visit like a sales pitch.

Here, the tone is presented as informative, relaxing, and personal. You can expect the hosts to explain the food and family traditions while allowing the setting to do some of the work. The villa’s traditional details and the surrounding grove give the conversation a natural focus.

I would put this experience high on the list for anyone who values hospitality over spectacle. There is no promise of a grand production, cooking demonstration, or formal vineyard tour. The strength is the human scale: a family property, its own products, and time around food.

The published rating is 5.0, based on two ratings. That is encouraging, but it is still a small sample. I would treat the warm service and traditional setting as the main reasons to book, not assume that a limited rating record answers every question about the experience.

Dietary needs and planning ahead

Allergen alerts and dietary restrictions apply. This is important because the experience includes homemade dishes, olive oil, wine, and additional delicacies. Tell the provider about allergies or dietary needs before the visit, and ask what substitutions are possible.

The available information does not identify vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, or other specific menus. Do not assume that every request can be met simply because the meal is homemade. Clear communication before arrival is the safest plan.

Most people can participate, but the activity does include alcohol. Anyone under 18 can attend only if the provider permits it, and alcoholic beverages are restricted to people aged 18 and older. The information supplied does not specify child pricing or a nonalcoholic tasting format.

The activity uses a mobile ticket. Keep your confirmation accessible on your phone, particularly if you are meeting a pickup vehicle or arriving at the Stari Bar meeting point.

Who will enjoy this tasting most

I would recommend this experience to you if you enjoy:

• Small private outings rather than large organized groups
• Local food made by the people who produce it
• Olive oil served with real dishes, not just a quick sample
• Family traditions and an old-style villa setting
• A two-hour activity that fits into a wider Montenegro itinerary
• Pickup from the port or city center

I would think twice if you want a technical olive oil course, a large meal, a long winery visit, or a tour packed with multiple stops. None of those features is promised.

It also may not suit you if you have strict dietary needs and cannot confirm the menu in advance. The provider specifically notes allergens and dietary restrictions, so ask before payment rather than trying to solve the issue on arrival.

Booking, cancellation, and the final call

Confirmation arrives within 48 hours, subject to availability. The experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason, so check your port schedule, transport plans, dietary needs, and group size before booking.

I think this is a good-value choice for a couple or small group that wants a personal taste of Stari Bar’s olive-growing tradition. The combination of house-made oil, wine, homemade food, ancient trees, and private hosting gives the two hours a clear purpose.

Book it if you want a calm food experience with a strong family connection. Skip it if you are mainly searching for a formal wine education or a full meal. For most people, the best reason to go is simple: you get to taste the products where they are made, in the company of the family that keeps the tradition alive.

FAQ

Where does the olive oil and wine tasting take place?

The meeting point is 34RJ+GQH in Stari Bar, Montenegro. The property includes an olive grove and a villa.

How long does the experience last?

The tasting lasts approximately two hours.

What is included in the price?

The experience includes olive oil, wine, and additional homemade delicacies. Pickup from the port or city center is also offered.

Is this a private activity?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

Does the experience include transportation?

Pickup is offered from the port or city center. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

What are the operating hours?

The listed hours are 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Sunday, for the period from June 5, 2024, through June 17, 2026.

Can people with dietary restrictions participate?

Allergen alerts and dietary restrictions apply. Contact the provider before booking to discuss your needs.

Are alcoholic drinks included?

Yes. Wine is included, and alcoholic beverages are for people aged 18 and older.

Can I cancel or change the booking?

No. The experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason.