Barcelona: Visit a Winery with Tasting and Wine Tasting (plus Restaurant Lunch)
Group 1+
What you'll do
Experience the legacy of a prestigious winery rooted in the late 19th century, renowned for its rich history and exceptional wine craftsmanship. Originally distributing wine primarily in Cuba, the family-owned winery expanded its holdings to include esteemed estates such as Cal Costas and La Baltana Vella, which now produce our renowned wines. Established in 2002 and spanning 57 hectares in the renowned Penedès region, our winery has entered its fourth generation of winemaking excellence. Committed to sustainability, our estate practices organic viticulture, ensuring the highest quality grapes. Nestled in Font-Rubí, the highest point in Penedès at 650 metres, our vineyards benefit from unique clay-calcareous soils, fostering optimal ripening and exceptional acidity, resulting in wines with distinct character.
Highlights
- Vineyard Exploration: Explore Miquel Jané's wines crafted from Alt Penedès vineyards
- UNderstand the Wine Making Process: Begin with a vineyard walk to understand vine life cycles, soil, and climate, visit wine presses and vats to learn about wine-making and ageing processes
- Guided Wine Tasting: Conclude with a tasting of 5 Miquel Jané wines paired with regional delicacies
- Dining Experience:Experience a delectable menu featuring seasonal Penedès produce
Itinerary
- 1Start Time: 11 AM to 4 PM
- 2Duration: Approximately 5 hours
- 3Group Size: 2 to 9 Guests
- 4Meeting Point: Masia Cal Costas s/n, Font-Rubí
- 5Wine Tour - Celler Miquel Jané: Begin your journey with a leisurely stroll through the lush vineyards, led by the winery's oenologist. Learn about the life cycles of the vines, as well as the unique characteristics of the soil and climate that contribute to the wine's distinct flavours
- 6Tasting Session: Indulge in a guided tasting of 4 exquisite wines produced in the winery, each backed by prestigious international awards. Discover the intricate flavours and aromas of each wine as you sample them in the serene ambiance of the winery
- 7Wine Shop Visit: Conclude the tour with a visit to the on-site shop, where you'll have the opportunity to purchase the prestigious wines you've tasted. Explore a variety of wines and inquire about shipping options to bring your favourite bottles home
- 8Lunch at On-Site Restaurant: Enjoy a delightful Spanish lunch at the winery's charming on-site restaurant. Indulge in a typical seasonal Spanish menu featuring a variety of delicious dishes, thoughtfully curated to complement the wines, vegetarian options are available for guests with dietary preferences
- 9End Time: Approximately 4 PM
What's Included
- Vineyard Exploration: Guided walk through the vineyards to learn about their life cycles, soil, and climate, with an educational session led by the winery's oenologist
- Wine Tasting: Tasting of 4 locally produced wines backed by prestigious international awards
- Lunch at On-Site Restaurant: Starter, main course, and dessert included in the meal
- Example Menu:
- First Course Options:
- Caesar salad with country chicken, parmesan, and vinaigrette
- Fiesta roast cannelloni in Xarel with pine nuts wine and local vegetables in pesto oil
- Salt cod with roasted peppers, aubergine, and onions on toast
- Fideo pasta a la marinera with "all i oli"
- Second Course Options:
- Grilled meats with lamb, chicken, butifarra sausage, black sausage, beans, patatas al caliu, and escalivada tomato
- Cod confit in white wine with clams and prawns
- Penedès duck with strawberries
- Grilled sausage with "Trinxat de la Cerdanya"
- Dessert:
- Assortment of homemade treats to choose from
*Note that this description is an example and may vary depending on the season, day of the week, and group size.
What's not included
- Tips and gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Unfortunately, this tour is unable to accommodate wheelchair users or strollers
Meeting Points
- Celler Miquel Jané. Masia Cal Costas s/n. Font-Rubí
- Arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time
Country house Cal Costas S/N08736 Guardiola de Font-RubíBarcelona
- Guests are required to make their own travel arrangements, as the visit to the vineyard is not directly run by a tour operator
- We are located 50 km from the Barcelona city centre and still fall within the Barcelona province. You can arrive by train (stop at Vilafranca del Penedes station) and find us just 10 minutes from the station, via a short taxi ride. Trains run from Barcelona hourly and take just 1.15 minutes to allow you enough time to sit back and take delight in the picturesque Catalonia countryside
Notes
Important Information
- The tour runs rain or shine
- Under 18? You can't consume alcohol, but delightful non-alcoholic options are available
- Special dietary requirements or allergies? Let us know when booking
- The tour will commence promptly at 11 am. All participants must arrive on time, as we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. Please be aware that refunds will not be possible in such instances
- The winery is partly adapted for visitors with reduced mobility
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Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 48 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 48 hours before the activity start time.
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