Manilva Wine Tour: Local Winery, Vineyard, Tasting & Tapas

Manilva wine tour: local wine, vineyard views and living heritage

This Manilva wine tour is a relaxed way to discover a side of the Costa del Sol that many visitors miss. Over two hours, you will visit CIVIMA, Nilva Winery and the Peñoncillo Vineyard to see how Moscatel de Alejandría has shaped this coastal town’s landscape and traditions. The experience finishes with a tasting of Moscatel wines and tapas at the vineyard whenever weather conditions allow.

From the Manilva Wine Museum to the Peñoncillo Vineyard

Your visit begins at CIVIMA, the Manilva Vineyards Interpretation Centre and Wine Museum. It is the right place to begin because it gives the landscape context: local viticulture, wine-making and harvest traditions help explain why vines remain such an important part of Manilva.

The route continues at Nilva Winery, located in the same building, where you will learn about the work behind its Moscatel wines. Then the setting changes as you make your way to the Peñoncillo Vineyard. This final stop connects the museum and winery story with the vines themselves and views across the Mediterranean.

Moscatel wine tasting with tapas

At the vineyard, taste Moscatel wines served with tapas. You do not need any previous wine knowledge: this is for travellers who want a clear, unhurried introduction to Manilva wine, with time to listen, taste and ask questions. The tasting is rooted in the wines and the place that explains them, rather than a quick stop on a crowded itinerary.

The contrast between the winery and vineyard is an important part of the experience. After seeing the local story and the wine-making process, you can connect each glass with the vines, the land and the nearby sea. It is a comfortable pace for couples, friends and visitors who would rather choose a cultural half-day activity than a tasting alone.

Why choose a Manilva vineyard tour?

Manilva is often associated with beaches and the Costa del Sol, yet the hills just inland hold a distinctive wine-growing tradition. This route brings together three sides of the destination in one experience: local memory at CIVIMA, present-day work at Nilva Winery and the vineyard where the wines are tasted. It is an especially good choice if you want to understand where Moscatel de Alejandría comes from, not simply try it.

Transport is not included, which is useful to know while planning your day. If you have a car, you can drive to the vineyard after the winery visit; otherwise, the short section can be walked. Choose a time that fits your stay in Manilva and leave enough room to enjoy the tasting at an easy pace.

Practical information before you book

The experience lasts approximately 2 hours and begins at the CIVIMA Building, Calle Dr. Álvarez Leiva, 2, Manilva. The Peñoncillo Vineyard is around 1 km from CIVIMA. For this part of the route, you will need your own vehicle or can walk for about 10 minutes. Transport and hotel pickup are not included.

The vineyard visit depends on suitable weather. We recommend comfortable footwear and booking in advance to select your preferred date. Pets are not permitted inside the winery.

A wine-tasting experience in Manilva

If you are looking for a Manilva wine tasting with landscape, history and vineyard time, this experience combines all three in one route. It fits naturally into a Costa del Sol stay when you want to step away from the coast and discover a less visible but still deeply rooted local tradition.

Check availability in the booking calendar and reserve your place to visit Nilva Winery, explore the Peñoncillo Vineyard and enjoy Moscatel wines with tapas.