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Wine tasting in Barcelona
What to expect from a wine tasting in Barcelona? Barcelona is famous for art museums, the beach and obviously its Mediterranean lifestyle. Did you know it also one of the best cities in Europe to explore Spanish wines? Whether you just discovered the beauty of wine or a seasoned wine enthusiast, a wine tasting in Barcelona is always a great activity to discover the country’s diverse flavours. As a certified sommelier, I held many wine tastings in Barcelona for visitors, expats and locals. They are all impressed by the quality of the wines that Spain makes and the beautiful stories behind each bottle. If you’re considering booking a wine tasting in Barcelona, here’s what to expect. A Relaxed, personal wine experience in Barcelona When you join our wine tasting in Barcelona, do not expect it to be super formal or using difficult terms (unless you want us too). Our tastings are designed to be a small social setting with friends, family, colleagues or even strangers. Don’t worry; you won’t
20 November 2025
Wine Bottle Guide: Everything you need to know.
Your essential wine bottle guide for every occasion. Wine isn’t just about what’s inside the bottle. Sometimes, the size of the bottle itself tells a story. From intimate half-bottles perfect for a quiet dinner to spectacular formats designed for grand celebrations, wine comes in an astonishing variety of shapes and volumes. At The Barcelona Wine Company, we often get questions about wine bottle sizes during tastings and workshops like our Battle of the Bodegas. Guests are fascinated to learn how bottle size can affect not only the way we serve wine but also how it develops over time. Here’s a practical guide to the most common (and the most impressive) wine bottle sizes and why size matters. The standard: 750 ml Most wines you buy in a restaurant or a store are in the familiar 750 ml bottle, the global standard. It is the perfect size to share between two to four people at dinner (or is it?). There is some debate about why this volume became the norm. Some say it had to do with making
20 November 2025
Wijn proeven in Barcelona: dé ervaring voor Nederlandse groepen
Wijn proeven in Barcelona: een unieke ervaring Barcelona is één van de populairste bestemmingen onder Nederlandse reizigers. De combinatie van zon, strand, cultuur en heerlijk eten maakt de stad onweerstaanbaar voor velen. Maar wie Barcelona écht wil ervaren, kan niet om de rijke wijntradities die de regio te bieden heeft heen. Een wijnproeverij in Barcelona, onder leiding van een Nederlandse sommelier is dan ook een originele activiteit voor groepen: van familie weekend tot een bedrijfsuitje die samen iets bijzonders willen beleven. Waarom wijn proeven in Barcelona zo bijzonder is Catalonië is een zeer divers wijngebied. Binnen een uur rijden van Barcelona vind je beroemde wijnstreken zoals Penedès (bekend om cava), Priorat (krachtige rode wijnen) en Alella (frisse witte wijnen). Tijdens een wijnproeverij in Barcelona proef je dus niet zomaar wat wijnen; je ontdekt lokaal geproduceerde top wijnen! Bovendien geeft een wijnproeverij je de kans om samen smaken te ontdekken, te genieten e
20 November 2025
Cava proeverij Barcelona: Ontdek de mousserende wijnen van Corpinnat
Wie aan mousserende wijnen denkt, denkt vaak aan champagne. Sterker nog, we gebruiken de naam champagne vaak (onterecht) voor alle mousserende wijnen. Maar dicht bij Barcelona ligt een bijzondere wereld van bubbelwijnen die steeds meer bekendheid krijgt: Corpinnat. Voor Nederlandse groepen die de stad bezoeken, is dit dé kans om kennis te maken met deze unieke (nieuwe) Spaanse traditie. Wat is Corpinnat? Veel mensen die Barcelona bezoeken kennen de wijn Cava ongetwijfeld. De bekende mousserende wijn uit Spanje. Sinds 2018 is er het label ‘Corpinnat’, een exclusief kwaliteitslabel voor mousserende wijnen uit de regio Penedès, het hart van de Catalaanse wijnproductie. Het label werd opgericht door een groep wijnmakers die zich wilden onderscheiden van de standaard cava-productie. Cava wordt namelijk ook buiten de Penedès regio gemaakt. Ze vonden de huidige kwaliteitseisen niet ver genoeg gaan. Hun doel? Wijnen maken van betere kwaliteit, meer onderscheidend karakter en met respect voor d
20 November 2025
Team building activities in Barcelona: Boosting connection through unique experiences.
Planning a corporate retreat or team trip? Let’s be honest, it’s difficult to find something that stands out. You are probably looking for something that actually gets your team talking and working together outside the usual office grind. That is why team building activities in Barcelona are such a good idea. The city isn’t just about postcard views and sunny weather; it’s a powerhouse of culture, culinary experiences, and creative energy, ideal for companies looking to do more than just tick a “team building” box. In this blog, we’ll explore why Barcelona is the ideal destination for your next team building. Why choose Barcelona for team building activities? So, why Barcelona? First off, it’s incredibly accessible. The international airport is just a 30 minute ride from the city centre, meaning your group can hit the ground running. Second, the climate is a nice bonus; warm summers and easy winters make this destination all year round easy to visit with your team. Third, The city’s cr
20 November 2025
Tasting wine: A very simple 4-step guide
Tasting wine in 4 simple steps Whether you drink the occasional glass at home, visiting a restaurant or joining a wine tasting in Barcelona, knowing how to approach a glass of wine can make the experience even better. It is not about being a snob about wine but it adds a lot of fun to tasting a glass of wine. Tasting wine is not just about just drinking; it’s almost like playing a game of Cluedo; you are look for clues about the wine by observing, smelling, and tasting so you can understand what’s in your glass. The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) has developed an internationally acknowledged structured approach to wine tasting that professionals and enthusiast around the world use. They use different levels but for the use of this wine tasting we apply level 1. Our sommelier is certified on level 3 and working on level 4. We use the level 1 approach to tasting during our wine tasting in Barcelona to make it easier for our guests. Here’s how you can apply it yourself in four simpl
20 November 2025
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