Explore Ribera del Duero and Visit 3 Wineries with Madrid Pickup

Embark on a Ribera Del Duero wine tour and explore the traditional and modern winemaking practices in Castilla y Leon’s renowned denomination. Taste wine in its vinification process and learn from a certified guide.

Duration: 11 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Madrid - Meeting point. We’ll pick you up from our pre-agreed arrangement.
  • Community of Madrid - Drive to our first winery in Ribera Del Duero. Approximately 2 hours.
  • Ribera del Duero - Winery 1. (this is our typical itinerary and could be subject to change based on availability. All visits will be confirmed with clients before the tour starts).

We will visit the first of our wineries, which is a larger, more commercially focused operation. We’ll pass through part of their vineyards to learn more about the grape cycle before heading indoors to learn about winemaking processes.

We finish with a tasting of three wines and snacks.

  • Ribera del Duero - Winery 2. (this is our typical itinerary and could be subject to change based on availability. All visits will be confirmed with clients before the tour starts).

Visit to a smaller, family operated winery. We will have the opportunity to walk beneath the vineyard and see the underground cellar where we will taste wine directly from the barrel. After that, we’ll head up for a tasting of wine paired with cheese.

  • Ribera del Duero - LUNCH: we’ll stop for lunch. Before traveling, we’ll ask you to confirm which of the following you’d prefer:

Traditional lunch including lechazo (suckling lamb).
Picnic between the vines.

(this is our typical itinerary and could be subject to change based on availability. All visits will be confirmed with clients before the tour starts).

  • Ribera del Duero - Winery 3. (this is our typical itinerary and could be subject to change based on availability. All visits will be confirmed with clients before the tour starts).

We’ll head to meet with an independent winemaker in his winery to see how smaller productions work before tasting a variety of wines.

  • Community of Madrid - We’ll return to our meeting point with another drive of approximately 2 hours before concluding the tour.
What's Included
  • Bottled water provided
  • Lunch included
  • Snacks available
  • Air-conditioned vehicles
  • All fees and taxes covered
Additional Information

Join us on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Ribera del Duero, where some of Spain’s most iconic wines are born. We’ll take you from Madrid to experience three exceptional wineries, each a testament to the passion and tradition of Spanish winemaking. From artisanal to modern, you’ll meet winemakers, stroll through vineyards, and savor wines that capture the soul of this legendary region.

Our tours aren’t just about tasting; they’re about connecting with the land, understanding the craft, and feeling the deep-rooted passion that goes into every bottle.

We design each tour to give you a complete, authentic perspective of Ribera del Duero and give you time to enjoy a traditional or modern lunch.

Led by a native English, fluent in Spanish, who holds WSET & Spanish Wine Scholar titles, we bring knowledge and a deep love for Spanish wine to every tour.

We aim to show you the true essence of winemaking.

After a day rich in discovery and flavor, we’ll bring you back to Madrid.

Location
Plaza del Marqués de Salamanca
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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G7384qujohnf
Jul 28, 2024
Great day in Ribera del Duero! - We did this tour with Michael while spending a few days in Madrid, and it was easily one of the best decisions we've made. From the organisation of the trip to the actual day, Michael was super helpful and informative and ensured we got to do an experience based around our needs. The wineries were great the wines delicious and each one showed us something different. Lunch was also excellent. Michael was also flexible with the drop-off point and left us in the next city for our journey north (for a transfer fee of course). All in all a great day and we've already decided that we'll book with Michael to see some more of Spain's wine regions.
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Deanne_b
Jun 29, 2024
Add this to your bucket list! - Yesterday truly exceeded our expectations. My husband and I wanted to take an adventure without being part of a large group, and this was the perfect activity! Michael picked us up from our hotel and educated and exposed us to the local wine culture in such an unforgettable way, each vintner with their unique process and contributions to the wine community. We are not new to the production or consumption of wine, however, what we experienced and learned is something we will never forget! The drive was beautiful (reminded us of our former home state!) and we enjoyed being outside of city centre for a day. This was a bucket list item we didn’t know we had!!
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Eric_w
Feb 20, 2024
Great day trip from Madrid! - What a great day heading to wine country from Madrid! Michael was super knowledgable and we had an amazing time visiting 3 different wineries. Each one was unique and my group was able to really learn about the process. Michael was a fantastic guide and took us to great spots. Lunch was really yummy as well.
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Traveling_more
Nov 28, 2023
Highlight of my stay in Madrid - I met Michael through a professional wine organization we are both members of. I was eager to see the wine regions near Madrid and decided to visit Ribera Del Duero. Once you get out of Madrid, the drive to Ribera Del Duero was beautiful - many mountains and dramatic skylines. We visited Virtus Bodegas y Viñedos first. It is a lovely property surrounded by hills and vineyards, while Peñafiel Castle serves as a focal point in the surrounding landscape. The enologist, Paqui, greeted us and then showed us and then walked us through her process of making wine. She was very patient while Michael translated her Spanish explanations to English and was open to specific questions about the wines. Although Virtus primarily makes Tempranillo wine, they also make an indigenous grape - Albillo Mayor- into an elegant white wine. After the tour we were led through a tasting of two tintos and the Albillo Mayor. Tasting the reds (Tempranillo) side by side allowed us to taste the aging characteristics from a young to an older wine. The wines are available for purchase, so I suggest saving room in your luggage for several bottles! Next we went to a less traditional wine operation just a short drive away. There we met Jorge, who represents the third generation of family winemakers. The family owns vines within Ribera del Duero. Jorge makes wine in a traditional manner, relying less on technology and more on taste and feel. He is a very generous and passionate winemaker. We tasted samples directly from the barrel. I found the wines to be very expressive and impressive. One of my favorites (they were all good though) was blended with a small percentage of white grapes. After the barrel samples Jorge led us into a cave where he presented a sample of his bottled wine. Our tour ended with a drive through local vineyards, but not before having a traditional lamb dinner at one of Michael’s favorite restaurants in Peñafiel (this was a self-pay experience and not included in the tour price). We also took a short stroll to see the above-ground chimneys that are part of a system of underground caves. Whether you are a wine enthusiast, professional, or a curious traveler, contact Michael for a wine tasting that is outside of the norm. He is a certified expert in Spanish wines and his enthusiasm will leave you wanting to visit other wine regions in Spain!
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E3681fvms
Nov 6, 2023
An unforgettable visit to learn and enjoy our wines - An unforgettable visit. We went with a group of American friends and Michael organized the entire plan for us from the moment we left Madrid, all the details. All the explanations were very clear and enjoyable, we learned a lot about Spanish wines and enjoyed a wonderful tasting and tasting. I would repeat again.
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D9130yttamarap
Oct 26, 2023
Highly recommended - Unbeatable experience with the best guide. Michael organized a weekend for all our family and we really enjoyed it! He brought us to very nice places and we tasted amazing wines! Thanks!
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Silviam2385
Oct 25, 2023
Wine tour made right - We chose this tour as we wanted to visit wineries “off the beaten track”. We had the chance to visit 3 very different locations each with their own charm, loved to get to see how process, space and produce can be so unique. It was a beautiful day enjoying nature, food and excellent wines. Michael, our guide was great! Totally recommend it if you are looking for an authentic experience, Pick up, lunch reservations and overall experience was great.
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Emiliobex
Oct 25, 2023
Amazing Tour - We had an amazing day in Ribera del Duero. Michael is a really good guide; during the tour, we visited 3 different wineries and had lunch in a local restaurant. He is very passionate about his work and I would definitely recommend him!
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Manolomanjon
Oct 25, 2023
Passion for wine - Was great to did this tour with Michael! He is passioned about the wine. Apart from that, his knowledge is huge and he made us feel as wine experts!! I did several tours like this in the past, but this is definitely the recommendable one!
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Silviasu4398kp
Oct 25, 2023
Highly recommended!! - Michael helped me organise the best trip for my boyfriend’s birthday. We were a group of 8 and he took care of everything, from wineries to local restaurants. Food, wines and tapas were DELICIOUS and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide, Michael is experience and fun!In our group we had wine tasting experiences before but we all agreed that this one was the best! We would definitely repeat!!
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