Madrid Small Group Spanish Wines and Tapas with a blind tasting

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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2 hours
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Number of Guests
3 - 8 guests
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English, French, Spanish
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Discover Madrid's wine and tapas culture with our Certified Sommelier. Enjoy a unique blind tasting experience, explore Chueca, learn wine pairing secrets, and savor authentic Spanish bites.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Join our Certified Sommelier for a fun, informative, and playful wine and tapas tour in central Madrid where your senses take center stage, because you will BLIND taste the wines!


Begin your journey in the vibrant Chueca neighborhood, where you will visit a historic tavern to taste traditional vermouth. Next, explore a bustling food market. Here, our Blind Spanish Tasting experience kicks off, challenging you to identify two fantastic Spanish white wines.


The adventure continues at a fabulous Spanish wine bar where the Blind Tasting now features two high-quality Spanish red wines. Here you'll enjoy exquisite tapas, including a fantastic Spanish cheese board and top-quality chorizo.


Throughout this journey, you will discover specificities and differences of Spanish wine regions, grape varieties and winemakers.


You'll also learn to read Spanish wine labels and understand the tradition of tapas, enhancing your ability to pair wine and food, leaving you with lasting memories.


What You Get

Alcoholic beverages
You'll taste traditional vermouth and exquisite Spanish wines, experiencing the rich flavors and traditions of Madrid. Enjoy a unique journey through local beverages paired with delightful tapas.
Snacks
Savor fabulous Spanish tapas perfectly paired with wines you'll taste blind, enhancing your culinary journey with delightful flavors and the thrill of identifying top-quality Spanish wines.

Good To Know

  • We can offer soft drinks for young travellers or they can drink wine if they are accompanied by their parents
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

1

Plaza de Chueca

As you arrive at the meeting point, you are warmly greeted by our knowledgeable Sommelier guide, a passionate expert in the local culture and history. She introduces herself and shares her excitement about leading you through the vibrant Chueca neighborhood. She begins by setting the stage with fascinating historical anecdotes about this iconic area, known for its rich cultural heritage and lively atmosphere. As she weaves tales of Chueca's past and present, she piques your curiosity and sets the perfect tone for the journey ahead. After immersing you in the neighborhood's history, she invites you to follow her to a historic tavern nearby. There, you will not only taste the authentic flavor of traditional vermouth, but also learn about the intricacies of vermouth itself, its rich history, and the cherished tradition of drinking vermouth in Madrid. This experience promises to deepen your appreciation of both the neighborhood and this beloved local beverage.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Chueca

The second stop of our tour takes you to a bustling, vibrant food market in the heart of Chueca, a true gem of Madrid's culinary scene. As you step inside, our Sommelier guide introduces you to the market's rich history, detailing its evolution from a traditional market to a modern gastronomic haven. The air is filled with enticing aromas, and the colorful displays of fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and other delights captivate your senses. Here, our unique Blind Spanish Tasting experience begins. You are presented with two fantastic Spanish white wines, and the challenge is set: using only your senses and the descriptions your Sommelier guide will give, you must identify which wine is which. This interactive and educational activity not only sharpens your tasting skills but also deepens your appreciation for Spanish wines. The market, with its lively energy and delicious offerings, provides the perfect backdrop for this engaging and delightful experience.
40 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
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Gran Via

Our third stop is a fabulous and quintessential Spanish wine bar, a cozy yet vibrant spot that exudes charm and authenticity. As you settle into this inviting setting, our Spanish Blind Tasting experience continues, this time featuring two high-quality Spanish red wines. Paired with these exquisite wines, you will savor an array of delightful tapas, including an amazing Spanish cheese board and the finest Spanish chorizo. During this stop, our Sommelier guide will delve into the fascinating world of Spanish black grape varieties, exploring the unique characteristics and flavor profiles that set them apart. You will learn about the diverse wine regions of Spain, each with its own distinct terroir and winemaking traditions, as well as the passionate winemakers behind these exceptional wines. Additionally, our guide will provide insights into how to read Spanish wine labels, helping you decode the information and make informed choices in the future.
50 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Estación de Chueca, Madrid Community of Madrid, Spain, ES, 28004

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We will meet you up by the exit of the Metro station Chueca, located right in the center of Chueca Square (Plaza de Chueca)
End Point

Matrona (Edificio Metrópolis), Gran Vía, Madrid Comunidad de Madrid, Spain, ES, 28014

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Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Please note that the time is in Central European Time.
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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Earliest available date: July 5, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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