- Plaza de Chueca - We will be meeting in Chueca Square (‘Plaza de Chueca’) from where we will start our Private Wine and Tapas tour. We will head to the first historic tavern to taste a traditional style of Vermouth, poured on tap. You will get historic facts about the tradition of drinking Vermouth in Madrid as well as a definition of what Vermouth is; how it is made and the different kinds of Vermouth.
Thereafter, we will head to the second venue, a fantastic Spanish Wine and tapas bar. Here you will taste top-quality Cava, a fragrant white wine from Ribeiro and a beautiful Monastrell from Jumilla, all of them paired with delicious tapas, including top-quality Acorn-fed Iberian Jamon, home-made Spanish Tortilla and a selection of artisan Spanish cheeses, including cured Manchego, sheep cheese with truffles, cured Goat cheese; all of them from different regions.
We will finish the tour in a beautiful restaurant located in a vibrant Food market, where you will taste a fabulous Rioja Reserva from a historic winery located in Logroo, paired with yummy croquettes and iconic calamari “bocata” (sandwich, a typical tapa from Madrid). Cheers!
- Price includes:
- Tasting 5 wines in total: 1 sparkling wine, 3 still wines and 1 vermouth
- The stories and the history behind each of the wines we will drink
- You will be guided by Jimena, a passionate and certified wine expert
- 5 tapas for the wine pairing
- Key facts about Spanish wine regions and Spanish wines
- Stops at 3 taverns to taste Wine, vermouth and eat tapas
- Price excludes:
- Tips for your guide
Experience enchanting Spanish wines as you explore age-old taverns and modern wine lounges in Madrid. You’ll be led by Jimena, a knowledgeable Sommelier with a focus on Spanish wines!
Spain is among the leading wine producing countries, with 70 Protected Designations of Origin and over 23 native grape varieties. You’ll acquire crucial information about significant wine regions in Spain, such as Rioja and Ribera del Duero, while also sampling wines from lesser known Spanish wine regions producing exceptional wines.
Delectable tapas will be served to complement the wines, alongside helpful and enjoyable tips on how to successfully match food and wines.
Essential details concerning Spanish labels and the aging system will also be provided to round off your wine tasting journey!
Furthermore, delve into the history of Vermouth in Spain and gain knowledge about the tradition of Vermouth consumption in Madrid!
This is a historical, entertaining, and educational wine circuit in the heart of Madrid! Don’t let this wonderful wine tasting expedition slip away!
- Walking distances are very short during this tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
