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Wine Tasting Courses in Barcelona

Barcelona is the perfect city for wine lovers. Not only are there tons of wine regions nearby that produce some of Spain’s best wines, but the city is also full of wine bars, shops, and opportunities for wine experiences such as tasting events, tours, and complete wine courses. If you’re interested in learning a bit more about wine, these are some of the best wine tasting courses in Barcelona to consider.

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Wine Courses BCN

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Wine Courses BCN offers fun and informative wine courses in the city center. Their certified wine educators are experienced in preparing participants for the WSET levels 1 and 2 qualifications. Formal courses cover a variety of topics, including red and white grape varieties, the process of wine making, label terminology, food and wine pairing, and more.

If you’re interested in something a bit more casual, the school also offers wine tasting opportunities for residents and visitors looking for a fun and educational wine experience. They even teach bespoke training courses for food service employees to learn more about food and wine pairings and spirits in order to provide better customer service and offer educated suggestions to customers.

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Blend and Bottled

Blend and Bottled is another great option for wine tastings and courses in the heart of the city. Their introductory course is perfect for beginners and covers everything from choosing the right wine for a meal or occasion to which flavors to expect in a certain wine. The course runs for five consecutive weeks with one two-hour class per week and doesn’t require any previous experience or knowledge of wine to participate. The price is 165€ per person and includes all the wine, cheese and meat parings, an aroma wheel, tasting papers, and the final exam and course certificate.

BCN Wine and Beer Experience

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BCN Wine and Beer Experience offers a less formal option that’s perfect for visitors to Barcelona or those on a budget. Their two-hour wine tasting class runs in English and Spanish daily from 19:00 to 21:00. It includes five wine tastings with a Spanish wine expert, a few tapas, and a short walking tour. Private classes are also available for small groups who want an even more special experience. In addition to wine tasting classes and tours, the company also offers a Barcelona craft beer tour through the city center.

Taking a wine tasting course is a great way to learn more about the complexities of wine, the process that goes into making it, appropriate wine pairings, and much more. Whether you’re looking for a fun night out with friends or a formal training course for a certificate, there are a variety of wine tasting course options in Barcelona to choose from. Start with these three options and you’re sure to find the right wine experience for you.

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Rachel G

Originally from the United States, Rachel has been living in Spain since 2014. After two years in Madrid, she moved to Barcelona in 2016 to pursue her passions in writing and photography. She spends her free time enjoying life in beautiful Barcelona and traveling around Europe as much as possible.

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