There is no more perfect combination than that of cheese and wine. These two are made for each other. There is no doubt that this is an enriching experience to the palate of both expert wine tasters and novices. The good relationship between these elements allows combinations to discover and make us fall in love with cheese and wine every day. How to make the right pairing? If you frequently…
Barcelona and wine share history since Roman times, when the wine trade was already developing. Tradition of wine is deeply rooted in the social and cultural values of Barcelona. Throughout the Catalan Modernism, built large “cellers cooperatius” (cooperative cellars), called “Cathedrals of Wine”. Currently Barcelona’s wine region is recognized all over the world, so why not visiting some of the best wineries in Barcelona during your stay? The Mediterranean Sea…
The mountain of Montserrat is considered as the most important mountain of Catalonia, Spain. It is located about 50 km south west from Barcelona and can be reached either by train or by car, so a Montserrat day trip during a stay in Barcelona is a must, as to get to know one of the most interesting and unique places in the world, and so close to Barcelona! Montserrat Mountain’s…
You can describe grapes’ varieties, red and white of course! You can describe the soil, its location and terroir, but what is not very easy to describe is the flavour, taste and emotions a Priorat wine can provide. This is a list of the main grapes which form essential part of Priorat wines in this part of the world. The leading role is shared between Grenache and Carignan, which occupy…
Wine tasting in Barcelona is becoming one of the best things to do in Barcelona. There are so many places to go and see, that sometimes we forget that there are many things to “do and experience”, rather than just go and visit. Out of all the amazing places you can go, wine tasting in Barcelona is a must! There are 12 Designations of Origin and more than 300 wineries…
It’s time to start looking for a destination to go on vacation this summer and although there may be a list of places you have always wanted to go and visit, there are some are just too far or too inconvenient to get there. Some destinations in contrast, remain being a favourite due to its assured sunshine, exquisite cuisine and located a hop away, which is the case of Barcelona.…
