Wine Regions
Exceptional wines, warm hospitality, striking winery architecture, and stunning landscapes combine with diverse local cuisines to create unforgettable moments.
La Rioja. Few wine regions in the world, if any, offer such an impressive combination of cutting edge contemporary architecture with historic vineyards. Renowned international architects such as Frank Gehry, Santiago Calatrava and Zaha Hadid have changed the landscape and put the region on the map as a ‘hot’ destination. It helps that some of the world’s top reds are produced here. We’ll introduce you to the traditionalists and movers and shakers of new Rioja.
Priorat’s remote, rocky terrain produces Spain’s most elite wines, thanks to its unique slate soil and pioneering winemakers. This region, known for its mineral-rich reds, is ideal for a wine escape from Barcelona, with its natural beauty and deep history. We recommend staying a couple of nights to fully savor the experience.
Ribera del Duero, northwest of Madrid, crafts bold reds acclaimed worldwide. Legendary wineries like Pingus and Vega Sicilia share the spotlight with Abadía Retuerta, also home to one of Spain’s top luxury properties, LeDomaine.
Just an hour from Barcelona, Penedès offers a deeper appreciation of Cava and innovative winemaking, while Jerez de la Frontera, near Sevilla, is the heart of authentic sherry. Pair a bone-dry fino with Iberian ham or savor sweet Pedro Ximénez over ice cream.
Beyond these, regions like Bierzo, Rías Baixas, and Ribeira Sacra promise equally rewarding visits. Wherever you go, let us craft a personalized wine tour, introducing you to the finest winemakers and experiences. Salud!
In all wine regions, our goal is to go beyond mere visits of wineries. Rather for us, the key is to actually meet the key wine makers, the movers and shakers of some of Spain’s best wineries. For example, in Rioja meet the man who was responsible for the wine at the current King’s and Queen’s wedding.
It’s also important that the winemakers are great hosts and know how to make a visit to their winery special. In some cases, the wines may not be the best known, nor off the scale on Robert Parker’s ratings, but the owner is a real character who entertains and makes it a memorable day. This is what we do from the Ribeira Sacra wine region in the northwest all the way down to lesser-known wine regions in the south such as Málaga, covering Ronda’s up and coming reds to and award-winning sweet wines.
We work with amazing wine guides in Priorat who have access to the top winemakers here in Spain’s most prestigious wine region. World-class wines, ancient vineyards, and breathtaking landscapes, a paradise for wine connoisseurs.
OUR HAPPY CLIENTS SAY
We thoroughly enjoyed Raul’s expert company.
"He was such a great host - always thinking about everything. It was the perfect way to experience the food and wines of these incredible regions. Picking the wines, explaining the wines, and taking care of all the ordering was really so nice and expertly done!!”
“The Penedes winery that our guide took us to she knew well and so we were welcomed so warmly. Fun to learn more about Spanish cava and wines.”
The guide who took us to the different wineries in Priorat was very knowledgeable and picked really nice locations.
"The hotel was beautiful and relaxing. Rustic – but very beautiful. The food was out of control good. One of the best cooked pigs I have eaten in my entire life.”
“La Rioja was our favorite part of the trip and next time we would like to make this a longer stay and see more bodegas and hang out with our wine expert a little more.”
“Madrid & Beyond suggested we visit the La Rioja region, which turned out to be a real highlight.”
Our 2 days in the Priorat / Montsant wine district were the highlights of the trip.
“I give all the credit for that to our fantastic guide. She knew everything and everyone in the area. She took us to visit several wineries where we talked with the owners and drove around the vineyards and got an in-depth education of his philosophy and process.”
“The wine tour in Rioja was a very special experience and we loved our guide.”
“Rioja: The combination of visiting three vineyards, the private lunch, and the tranquil atmosphere of LaGuardia made the Rioja experience incredible.”
