Are you looking for the best wine tasting in Barcelona? Look no further! Barcelona is one of my favourite places to explore different types of wine, as there are some amazing wineries and tasting tours to try out, both in Barcelona city centre and the nearby wine regions in Catalonia. From small family-run vineyards to larger, well-known brands, there are plenty of options for an unforgettable wine tasting in Barcelona. Here is my pick for the best wine tours in Barcelona that will tantalise your taste buds and help you appreciate why this city and region are famed for their fantastic wines!
Wine in Barcelona and Catalonia
Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia, which is renowned for its stunning vineyards and delicious wines. Whether you are a wine connoisseur or just enjoy drinking a glass or two, Barcelona has something to offer for every wine lover. From exploring the traditional cellars in the countryside to tasting the best local wines in cosy bars, a wine-tasting tour in Barcelona is a perfect way to immerse yourself in Catalonia’s wine culture.
Wine Regions in Catalonia
There are 12 DO (Denomination of Origin) wine regions in Catalonia, each with its own unique characteristics and wine styles. The closest wine regions to Barcelona are as follows, with most Barcelona wine tours involving visits to these areas:
- Penedès DO: This is the largest and most well-known wine region in Catalonia. The Penedès is known for its sparkling wines (Cava) and still wines made from indigenous grape varieties such as Xarel-lo, Macabeu, and Parellada. A visit to Montserrat is often combined with a trip to Penedès.
- Alella DO: This wine region is just north of Barcelona, close to the Mediterranean Sea. The wines produced here are mainly white, made from Pansa Blanca and Garnacha Blanca grapes.
- Pla de Bages DO: This wine region is known for its dry and sunny climate. The wines produced here are mainly red, made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah grapes, with some excellent white wines from the native Picapoll grape.
- Priorat DOQ: Priorat is one of only two wine regions in Spain with DOQ (Denominació d’Origen Qualificada) status due to its consistently high quality (the other is La Rioja). This region in the Tarragona province is known for powerful, complex reds, made with local Garnatxa and Carinyena grapes as well as international varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Merlot.
With so many different options to choose from, it can be overwhelming to pick the right Barcelona wine tasting tour that suits your taste and preferences. But worry not! I have scoured through the best wine-tasting tours in Barcelona to bring you the most exceptional experiences that the city & surrounding regions has to offer.
Many of these tours take you to some of the most beautiful vineyards and wineries close to Barcelona, where you can learn about the winemaking process, taste a variety of Catalan wines, and indulge in delicious local cuisine. You’ll also find some fabulous Barcelona wine-tasting experiences right in the heart of the city.
Whether you want a luxury private tour, a hike out in the countryside or a boat trip along the Catalan coast, my list of the best wine-tasting Barcelona tours has got you covered. Get ready to explore the Catalan countryside and local Barcelona neighbourhoods as you sip on some of the finest wines on these unique wine-tasting experiences!
The Best Wine Tasting Tours from Barcelona
Here’s my pick of the best small group wine tasting tours near Barcelona, taking you out of the city to explore the vineyards and beautiful Catalan countryside as you taste the wines.
Penedes Wine Tours from Barcelona
Montserrat & Cava Winery Day Trip from Barcelona
There are lots of Montserrat tours from Barcelona that you could choose, all offering slightly different things, but this Montserrat & Cava Winery Day Trip from Barcelona by Devour is certainly one of the best tours of Montserrat you can find.
I have taken several Devour food tours in Barcelona and San Sebastian, and Devour tour guides always know their stuff inside and out. The itineraries are well-planned to include some history and facts about the location, as well as delicious food and drink. This tour to Montserrat from Barcelona is no different!
On this small group wine tour to the Penedes, you’ll first visit Montserrat for a guided tour of the Basilica, and to see the Black Madonna. You’ll have some free time to explore Montserrat before sampling some cheese at the market stalls, and heading to the Penedes for a wine tour at a family-owned winery.
You’ll have a tour of the winery, and taste some cava and still wines as you learn about the wine-making process and see how the wine is made, bottled and aged. Then, hopping into a 4×4, your hosts will drive you to the vineyard where you will have a delicious farmhouse lunch with wine, amid the vines. Try your hand at drinking from a traditional porron, and chat with the winemakers.
Highlights of this Montserrat Tour from Barcelona with Devour include:
- Small Group tour with a maximum of 15 people
- Transport in a comfortable private minibus
- Early departure from Barcelona to arrive at Montserrat before the crowds
- Visit to the Black Madonna and a guided tour of the Monastery Basilica
- Free Time to explore Montserrat with the chance to taste local cheeses at the Montserrat farmer’s market
- Visit to a family-owned winery in the Penedes wine region
- Tour of the winery to learn about cava (Catalan sparkling wine)
- Cava bottling experience to see how cava is bottled
- 4×4 Tour of the vineyard
- Delicious farmhouse lunch in the vineyard with wine pairings
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Meet the Winemakers: Private Organic Cava and Wine Tour in the Penedes
If you prefer a private Penedes wine tour, Barcelona Slow Travel offer this incredible private wine tour from Barcelona to the Penedes Wine region, visiting two small boutique organic wineries and including a private lunch with a winery owner.
You’ll visit authentic premium wineries that you won’t find offered in any other tour, and it’s a chance to meet the wine makers themselves. They will share first-hand their passion and love for the wines they make, and you will enjoy the very best hospitality in their hands.
I’ve just started working with Barcelona Slow Travel as a freelance guide, and I love their dedication to sustainable and locally sourced Catalan food and wines. If you’re looking for a unique, high-quality private wine tour near Barcelona, this is the one for you!
- 7-hour private experience guided by an expert in local wine and food
- Premium Chauffeured Transportation
- Pick-up and drop-off from the place of your choice in Barcelona
- 11am start time
- 2 organic, exclusive winery visits by the owners of the wineries
- At least 8 small-batch, premium organic wine and cava tastings
- Private lunch with a winery owner, set at an exclusive location within one of the wineries visited
- Exceptional wine pairing for lunch
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From Barcelona: 3 Penedes Wineries with Hotel Pick-up and Lunch
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Transportation to the wineries
- Winery Tour in a biodynamic winery
- Wine Tasting in 3 different wineries
- Lunch
- Not suitable for children under 11 years
This small group day trip from Barcelona takes you into the heart of the Penedès wine region to visit three different wineries, each offering its own style of wine and cava. With hotel pick-up and drop-off included, the tour is stress-free and allows you to focus on enjoying the experience.
At the first stop, you’ll explore a biodynamic winery, learning about the production process while tasting several wines paired with light snacks. The second winery is where you’ll enjoy a relaxed Catalan-style lunch with more wines, often served with beautiful views over the vineyards. Finally, the third visit introduces you to long-aged cavas, both white and rosé, accompanied by sweet treats like chocolate and biscuits.
The tour lasts around seven hours in total, and is guided in both English and Spanish. The focus here is on the wine, and with tastings in three different wineries, you’ll have a great introduction to tasting Catalan wine on this Penedes wine tour from Barcelona.
From Barcelona: Wine, Cava, Tapas & Vineyards 4WD Experience
- Bilingual tour guide
- 3 wine tastings at a unique local winery
- Winery tour in a 4×4 Vehicle
- 4 cava tastings at a family-run cava winery
- All tastings paired with gourmet bites
- Luxury transportation from/to Barcelona
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
This exclusive cava and wine tasting tour is an exciting experience for wine lovers and anyone interested in exploring the history and culture of wine in Catalonia, and includes the chance to taste a variety of wines and cavas, each one carefully selected to showcase the unique flavours and aromas of the region’s grapes.
The tour takes participants on a journey to two family-owned wineries located in the Penedes region just outside of Barcelona, where you will learn about the traditional methods used to produce cava and wine and the history of the wineries.
The first stop is a boutique winery that has been cultivating vines for over 2,000 years where you will see the underground cellar of the winery before sampling 3 fine wines and accompanying gourmet delicacies. Explore the manor house and then hop in a convertible 4×4 vehicle to tour the vineyards with your guide and a viticulturist.
The second stop on the tour is another historic winery which specialises in cava, Catalan sparkling wine. In addition to touring the estate and the cellar, you will try 4 different kinds of cava, each matched with an appetiser, so you can fully appreciate the flavours of the cava.
Taste Malvasia Wine at an Urban Vineyard in Sitges
The Centre d’Interpretació de la Malvasia de Sitges, or CIM, is dedicated to preserving and sharing the story of Malvasia de Sitges, a sweet white wine that has been made in the town for centuries. Sitges is just 30 minutes south of Barcelona by train and on the edge of the Penedes wine region.
No transport is included but if you take a day trip to Sitges or spend more time here, I highly recommend visiting and tasting Malvasia wine!
The CIM is housed in historic buildings belonging to the old Hospital de Sant Joan Baptista. The centre now maintains a small urban vineyard in Sitges and makes different wines from the grapes – not just the sweet Malvasia wine, but sparkling and still white wines as part of the Penedes DO too.
I visited the CIM and was amazed to find that the funds from the wine sales go into supporting the hospital, which is now a care home for the elderly. It is a fantastic project, and the tour includes a visit to the vineyard and hospital chapel, and the small museum dedicated to Malvasia grapes and wine in the 18th-century wine cellar.
Although the wine is now made off-site, the visit also includes tastings of different Malvasia wines. My personal favourite was the ancestral sparkling wine, which was fabulous! If you don’t have time for a full visit, you can visit the wine bar for a glass of wine or two.
Caves Codorniu Winery Tour Based on Anna’s Life
- Guided tour of the Codorniu Winery
- Entrance fee
- 3 cava tastings
- Small appetizer
- Transportation is not included
- Take the train yourself to Sant Sadurní
Codorníu is the oldest wine and cava producer in Spain, and this tour is an experience of visiting the Codorníu Winery in Sant Sadurní d’Anoia, a small town in the Penedes region near Barcelona, Spain. No transport is provided, so you will need to take the train yourself to Sant Sadurní d’Anoia, which takes around 50 minutes from Sants Station on the R4 train line.
The tour focuses on Anna de Codorníu, the last person in the family to have the surname Codorníu. You will begin the tour in the Puig Room before moving on to the “Cava Cathedral,” a historical building that was designed by Modernist architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch.
The visit continues to the museum and the Codorniu cellars, where visitors can learn about the traditional method of making cava, a Spanish sparkling wine that Codorníu is famous for. The tour continues with a tasting session, where visitors can taste three different cava wines, accompanied by a small appetiser.
The Codorníu winery is an iconic institution and famous all over the world, so no visit to Penedes is complete without coming here. While you are in Sant Sadurní d’Anoia, have lunch at a local restaurant and visit some of the other cava cellars in the town to try more delicious cava.
This is a perfect tour for independent travellers who want to try the best cava in Barcelona, and are happy to explore afterwards on their own. There are also different kinds of tours at the winery, you can read more about the tours and the winery here.
Alella Wine Tasting Tours in Barcelona
Alella is the closest wine region to Barcelona, just up the coast near Masnou. It’s an easy 30-minute drive from central Barcelona, or you can get to the wine tasting by eBike or a boat trip along the coast.
Alella Wine Tour with Tasting & Vineyard Picnic
- Round trip transportation by minibus from Barcelona
- Guided visit to the winery and vineyards
- Wine tasting with 3 local wines with an expert sommelier
- Picnic experience at the winery with local Catalan products: Pan con tomate, cured meats, cheeses, tortilla de patatas, gazpacho, seasonal fruit, coffee and wine
- Doesn’t include hotel pick-up
If you’re looking for a special activity to enjoy as a couple or a family, this wine tasting near Barcelona includes a fabulous picnic in the vineyard just for you! I got to experience this for myself and had a wonderful afternoon at this stunning winery in Alella. ➡️ Read my full review of the picnic and wine tasting here.
The tour begins with transport in a mini-bus from the pickup point at Port Olimpic in Barcelona, and after a 20-minute drive we arrived at the winery where we had a guided tour of the vineyards and cellars with a small group. We tasted four different wines from the winery, including cava, two white wines and a red, and enjoyed beautiful views of the town and the Mediterranean sea beyond.
As the rest of the group had booked a different activity, my friend and I were given picnic baskets and a map which took us on a little adventure through the vineyard, where we found a picnic table set up next to the rows of vines. Lunch was simple but delicious, with bread and tomato, Spanish omelette, cheese and charcuterie and fruit for dessert – with a bottle of wine of course!
It was such a unique and fun experience, we loved it!
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From Barcelona: Alella Wine Tour by Electric Bike
- Transportation by electric bike
- Professional bilingual guide
- Picnic of local products
- Guided visit to the Vineyards and cellar
- Tasting of 4 wines
- Train ticket for the way back
- Minimum of 4 people, maximum of 12
- Not suitable for pregnant women or wheelchair users
- Doesn’t include transfers to and from the hotel
The Alella eBike Wine Tour is a unique wine tasting experience that combines outdoor adventure with the region’s finest wines. The tour will take you on an eBike ride from the Barceloneta neighbourhood of Barcelona along the coast, and through the picturesque countryside surrounding Alella.
Along the way, you’ll have breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and the vineyards that produce some of the region’s most delicious wines. The tour includes a visit to a winery in Alella where you get to taste a variety of wines and learn about the winemaking process.
The eBike ride is led by a knowledgeable guide who provides insight into the region’s history, culture, and natural beauty. You will also get to explore the charming town of Alella and cycle through the rolling hills and winding roads that make up the Alella wine country, all on an easy eBike ride.
The wine-tasting portion of the tour takes place at a local winery, where you will sample a variety of wines, including reds, whites, and cava. The winemaker will share their knowledge and expertise about the region’s grapes, terroir, and winemaking techniques so you can fully appreciate the complexity and flavours of the wines.
The tour also includes stops at some stunning viewpoints, and a picnic of local products including bread, cheese and fruit. The return journey is by train, so you can sit back and relax with views of the sea on your way back.
The Alella eBike Wine Tour is an ideal way to explore the region’s natural beauty, enjoy a fun and exciting adventure, and indulge in the delicious wines that the Alella wine region has to offer.
From Barcelona: Sailing and E-bike Winery Tour with Tastings
- Guide
- Olives, cheese, salami, and crackers
- Soft drinks, beer, wine, cava, and sangria (2 or 3 drinks per person)
- Wine tasting at a vineyard in the Alella Wine Region
- e-bike or car between Alella Port and the winery (depending on option selected)
- One-way sailing between Barcelona and Alella Port
- Chance to swim in the sea before going to the winery
- Hotel pickup and drop off not included
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The Sailing and E-Bike Winery Tour with Tastings is a unique wine-tasting experience that combines adventure, nature, and culture. This tour starts with a sailing trip along the beautiful Catalan coast, providing a unique perspective of the region’s coastline and sea life. After the sailing trip, switch to e-bikes to explore the beautiful countryside, vineyards, and wineries of the Alella region.
The e-bikes allow participants to effortlessly traverse the region, stopping at different wineries along the way to taste some of the finest wines the region has to offer. The tour includes a visit to a family-run winery, where participants can learn about the wine-making process and taste different wines.
This sailing and E-Bike winery tour from Barcelona is suitable for all levels of fitness as long as you can ride a bike, and provides a unique opportunity to discover the region’s hidden gems. The experience is educational, enjoyable, and an excellent way to spend a day in Barcelona.
Overall, the Sailing and E-Bike Winery Tour with Tastings is a must-try experience for all wine and adventure enthusiasts. The tour combines the best of all worlds, providing a unique opportunity to discover the region’s rich culture, history, and natural beauty by boat and eBike, while indulging in some of the finest wines the region has to offer.
Pla de Bages Wine Tours from Barcelona
From Barcelona: Montserrat Half-Day Wine and Tapas Trip
- 7 hour, half-day tour
- Transportation in an air-conditioned bus
- 1-Hour guided visit to Montserrat Monastery
- 1-Hour free time at Montserrat
- Pla de Bages Winery tour with 3 wine tastings
- Tapas brunch with dessert
- 20 people maximum
- Doesn’t include hotel pickup and drop-off
Taste delicious Spanish wines and tapas at Oller del Mas winery in Pla de Bages on a wine tour from Barcelona that also includes a visit to stunning Montserrat. On this Barcelona wine tour, you’ll experience the best of Spanish wines and tapas together with one of the top attractions in Barcelona!
Learn about the wine-making process on a tour through a boutique, family-run winery and its vineyards, tasting 3 delicious wines and tapas. You will also have the chance to explore the 12th-century Benedictine basilica of Montserrat and enjoy privileged views of the Catalan countryside in this 7-hour, half-day trip from Barcelona.
This Barcelona wine tour to Pla de Bages and Montserrat includes transportation in an air-conditioned bus, a 1-hour guided visit to Montserrat Monastery, 1 hour of free time at Montserrat, a winery tour and 3 wine tastings with tapas and dessert. The tour is perfect for travellers who want to combine sampling delicious wine with a quick visit to Montserrat.
Free time during this tour does not allow enough time to visit the Museum of Montserrat, touch the Black Madonna, or ride the funicular at Montserrat. If you want to spend more time at Montserrat, you may be better off booking the full-day tour option below, or a different wine tour and a separate trip to Montserrat.
Priorat Wine Tours from Barcelona
Priorat is famous for high-quality red wines, and although it’s around a two-hour drive from Barcelona, you can find some excellent wine tasting tours to Priorat, like this one, which includes visits to three different wineries:
Priorat Tour to 3 Small Wineries and Hotel Pick-up
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up
- Local guide and sommelier
- Entry/Admission – Sangenis i Vaque
- Entry/Admission – Celler Devinssi
- Doesn’t include lunch and wine pairing at Clos Figueras, which will be €45 or less
This small group Priorat wine tour from Barcelona into the renowned Priorat DOQ wine region for a full-day experience. Travelling in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pick-up, you’ll spend around nine hours exploring the area with a local guide and sommelier.
The itinerary includes visits to three wineries, where you’ll learn about the unique terroir and winemaking traditions of Priorat. At one of the stops, you’ll enjoy a relaxed lunch paired with local wines (not included in the price), and have the chance to discover biodynamic viticulture in practice.
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The Best Wine Tasting in Barcelona City Centre
You don’t need to leave Barcelona to enjoy delicious wines – this selection of wine-tasting tours involves wine tasting in a cellar or wine bar in Barcelona, or at several different stops in one of the neighbourhoods in Barcelona.
Barcelona Wine Tasting: Catalan and Spanish Wines
- Meet in the heart of Barcelona’s Old Town
- Taste 3 or 5 regional wines (depending on option booked)
- Sommelier guide
- Snack and wine pairing tips
- Restaurant and wine bar tips
- Doesn’t include Hotel pick-up and drop off
- No transportation is provided
The Barcelona Tasting of Catalan & Spanish Wines is a two-hour wine tasting experience in Barcelona that takes you on a wine journey through the rich and diverse wine regions of Catalonia and Spain, without leaving the city.
The tasting is led by an expert sommelier who introduces you to the unique characteristics of each wine and the history and culture of the winemaking process in the region, accompanied by a selection of local cheeses and snacks.
Participants will taste a variety of red, white, and cava sparkling wines from some of the best wine regions in Spain like Penedes and Priorat, as well as lesser-known regions that produce exceptional wines, such as Montsant and Terra Alta.
This Barcelona wine-tasting experience is a must for wine enthusiasts and anyone looking to explore the rich culture and history of winemaking in Catalonia and Spain. The intimate setting of the wine cellar and the personalized attention of the guide make for a truly unique and memorable experience.
Barcelona: Wine & Cheese Pairing Experience with a Sommelier
- Small-group wine tasting in Barcelona
- Meet in the heart of El Born at Vivinos Wine Bar
- Evening tastings starting at 6pm
- Taste 3 or 5 regional wines
- Taste of 3 or 5 regional cheeses
- Experienced sommelier
- Excellent pre-dinner activity
- No transport included
The Wine and Cheese Pairing Experience with a professional sommelier is an exceptional wine tasting experience in Barcelona that offers a unique opportunity to sample some of the finest wines and cheeses from Catalonia and Spain.
The tour is led by an expert sommelier who provides insight into the different wine varieties, their characteristics, and how to taste and appreciate them properly. The sommelier also shares information on the cheese selection and the art of pairing wines and cheeses.
The experience takes place in a cosy and elegant setting in Barcelona’s Old Town, creating a perfect ambience for you to relax and enjoy the evening tasting experience. You can savour the flavours and aromas of each wine and cheese while learning about the art of pairing them.
The experience is educational, enjoyable, and an excellent way to spend a few hours before heading out for dinner to one of the nearby restaurants in Barcelona’s El Born district.
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Wine Tasting and Tapas 5-Course Pairing Dinner
- 5 Spanish wine tastings
- Sommelier guide
- Aperitif
- Starter
- Cold appetizer (choose between two options)
- Warm appetizer
- Main course (choose between two options)
- Dessert (choose between two options)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off not included
If you prefer to stay in Barcelona while you sample delicious wine and pair it with food, on this Barcelona wine tasting you’ll spend about two and a half hours in the centre of Barcelona enjoying a five-course tapas dinner, each course paired with a different Spanish wine.
A sommelier will guide you through the tasting, explaining how the wine is made, what flavours to look for, and how to make the dish and wine complement one another. The menu offers lots of variety — you get an aperitif, starters, cold and warm appetizers, a main course, and dessert, with choices (meat, fish or vegetarian) for several courses.
It’s hosted in a wine bar & restaurant in the Born neighbourhood and it is a lovely way to explore local wines without travelling outside the city.
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The Best of Barcelona Wine Tours
So, there we have it! I hope you’ve found at least one wine tasting in Barcelona that you want to try, whether it is a tour outside of the city to learn more about the wine-making process or a wine tasting in Barcelona city centre – or both! Let me know what you decide!
No matter which Barcelona wine tour you choose I’m sure you’ll have a fabulous time, and I’m looking forward to trying out more of these myself too. Let me know what you decide!
More Barcelona Food & Drink Tours
If you’ve had enough wine for the moment, check out some of these other experiences and food tours in Barcelona:
Barcelona Wine Tasting FAQ:
Does Barcelona have wineries?
To visit a winery in Barcelona you’ll need to travel outside the city, but there is one winery within the Barcelona city area. L’Olivera urban vineyards is based on the Can Calopa estate in Barcelona’s Collserola Natural Park. They grow grapes and olives to make organic wine and oil. The next closest wine region is Alella, around 30 minutes’ drive from the centre of Barcelona.
Is Barcelona a wine region?
Barcelona is not a wine region, but there are several wine regions in Catalonia that are close to Barcelona where you can go to taste Catalan wines produced near Barcelona.
What is the closest wine region to Barcelona?
The closest wine region to Barcelona is Alella DO, around 30 minutes drive from the centre of Barcelona, close to the Mediterranean Sea. The wines produced here are mainly white, made from Pansa Blanca and Garnacha Blanca grapes.
Does Barcelona have good wine?
In Barcelona, you can try excellent wine and cava from all over Spain, in particular from the local wine-making regions in Catalonia, including Penedes, Priorat and Emporda among others. You can sample a wide range of wines in Barcelona so you’re bound to find something you love!
Is wine cheap in Barcelona?
Wine in Barcelona is cheaper than in the UK, but don’t let the price put you off – great value means great tasting wine too. In the supermarket, you can buy wine for less than €5, but spending a little more is likely to get you a nicer bottle of wine. Buying a bottle of wine in a restaurant can vary from 15€-€30, up to €100 and more for an exceptional bottle.