Cava Experience Penedès

Sightseeing  :  Spain  :  Catalonia And Barcelona  :  Barcelona  :  Day Trips

Experience the traditional culture of Cava and discover the flavors and aromas of wines from Penedès. Spend the morning with a visit to the spectacular vineyards and wineries in the center of Catalonia, with one of the widest varieties of grapes in any wine region in the world.After arriving, your first stop on the tour is Freixenet,  whose origins date back to 1861. You will dive into the history of one of the largest producers of cava in the world. You will learn everything about the cava production process, from the first pressing of the grapes to the secondary fermentation, and then take a train ride to see the extensive underground facilities. Next, you will have the chance to taste the different cava wines of the house. You can purchase whatever wines you would like to take home.

You will take a short walking tour through the center of the area where there are more than 80 local producers spread over the streets.The morning will end at the Cava Welcome Center, a former distillery that offers an interactive journey through the history and culture of Sant Sadurní.  

With your guide you will return by train to Barcelona at approximately 2 pm.