What is the minimum age for the event?

Participants must be at least 18 years old.

Is the ticket refundable?

Paid tickets are non-refundable; review the event's cancellation terms before booking.

What language is the tasting in?

Guided tasting and talks are offered in Finnish per the event listing.

Can I buy the vintage items on display?

Yes—after the tasting you can browse the kartanopuoti and the Vintage Style Events HKI selection for purchase.

Are there accessibility accommodations?

Organizers ask that you notify them in advance of mobility needs so they can make appropriate arrangements.

Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?

Inform the host ahead of time about allergies or intolerances so they can advise or modify pairings where possible.

Sip, Savor & Discover: Wine, Cheese & Vintage at Mustion Linna, Lohja

At Mustion Linna in Lohja, Uusimaa, Finland, the Orangeriet winter greenhouse becomes an intimate tasting room for an evening called Wine, Cheese & Vintage. Long tables are arranged beneath glass, vintage plates stacked like small museums, and the glow of low lights pulls focus to flavor and form. The guided tasting runs about 1.5 hours and is led by Mustion Linna's sommelier, who presents four wines selected for balance and contrast. Each pour is paired with cheeses chosen to highlight texture, salt, and age—expect a mix of local and European styles that clarify how acidity, fat and rind change the experience. Between tastings, Amanda Kääriäinen of Vintage Style Events HKI narrates the aesthetics of tableware and offers practical tips for building standout place settings with secondhand finds. Her touch turns each plate into a conversation starter and gives visitors concrete ideas to reuse objects rather than buy new. The event is rooted in place: Mustion Linna's Orangeriet opens onto formal gardens and an on-site kartanopuoti where guests can inspect and purchase curated vintage pieces after the tasting. That connection between tasting, design and local retail makes the experience unusually holistic for Lohja's cultural offerings. A short illustrated talk places the vintage objects and recipes in historical context; guided linnakierros tours discuss the Linder family and episodes from the estate's past for those who wish to go deeper. Practical details: the program is for adults only (minimum age 18), payment is non-refundable per the event terms, and RSVP is required by the stated deadline. Plan to arrive a few minutes early, dress smart-casual, and leave room afterward for dinner at Ravintola Linnankrouvi or a Bon Vivant hotel arrangement if you want to extend the evening on the grounds. Photographers will appreciate macro shots of aged cheese and plate detail, while visitors with design interests will collect ideas for tablescapes to recreate at home. Whether you come for flavor, craft or a tangible souvenir, Wine, Cheese & Vintage turns a simple tasting into a close study of taste, material and history inside one of Lohja's most atmospheric manor spaces. The tasting's pace favors conversation: expect brief technical notes on grape varieties, region, and production methods, followed by guided tasting exercises that teach you how to identify dominant aromas, mouthfeel, and how cheese aging modifies flavor profiles. Hosts encourage questions and point out sustainable choices when available, such as locally made cheeses or wines from organic producers. After the formal session, take time to browse the kartanopuoti for vintage serving spoons, linens and glassware; small purchases let you carry the evening's aesthetic home. Book early; seats are limited and the format rewards attentive, small-group participation. It's a refined night for curious travelers, indeed.