Going to a winery in Barcelona is going through very special places in the city. The cellars retain a traditional spirit, which has been increasingly losing with the growth of the city. It is curious that these places to survive, but it is not surprising. Despite our opinion, people always prefer friendly service, affordable prices, and family warmness. In this way, and with the social and political changes, a diverse and intense city as Barcelona has passed, these spaces have survived and continue to sharing year after year their pleasant service. If you visit Barcelona, enjoying these wineries is definitely an experience not to be missed. In the cellars usually you will find tapas, ham sandwiches, accompanied by fresh beer, vermouth, wine and other drinks. Here is a brief list of some wineries that are a meeting point for the Catalan community.
Since 1930, La Pineda keeps its doors open to offer the best tapas and snacks. With such a long tradition, and so much history, this wine-bar-charcuterie is located on the Pi Street, just steps away from the Palace of Maldá. In addition to tapas and snacks, you have to try its delicious vermouth. It is a really a pleasure to share with friends in this traditional place. A little older, the famous bar Castells continues to provide the best wines, beers and tapas from its shelves of beautiful old wood design. Another option, you can’t miss.
Josefa winery located on Calle Zaragoza in Sant Gervasi, is very peculiar, because it has a whole Wild West atmosphere, which is really contradictory with the traditional Catalan glance, perhaps bordering on parody, this winery offers daily menus with vermouth and country music to enjoy.
In Xampanyet, another classic cellar, where you can enjoy cava. This place opened in 1872 and still is constantly filled by lovers of good drink and tapas. It would be better for you to visit this winery during the week when there is less movement. Among the best you can find in the Xampanyet are its anchovies and sausages. In the Gothic can also enjoy of the Cala del Vermouth. Here are hot cover specialties, as well as flags of octopus, croquettes, and mussels, among other delicious dishes.
The wineries are scattered throughout the city. It´s best to get an idea of a possible winery path and explore the city. Nothing like getting lost through a city like Barcelona and enjoy its warm atmosphere and vibrant atmosphere day and night. Prices in all these places are always variable, but you will have a wide range of options to choose from.