17 Apr 2023
This was an incredibly fun evening, and I came away with lots of knowledge under my (very full) belt.
There was no shortage of wine on this tour, and the food was excellent. I don't eat dairy, and while one stop featured a huge cheese platter, I still had plenty of options. (And I appreciate that my food intolerance wasn't an issue!) I'm not sure if I could choose a favorite bite, but I loved the spicy potatoes and also the steak at the last place visited.
Another highlight was the blind tasting. Our group was served two mystery wines - the only clue was that one was Rioja and another was Ribera. Then, the guide listed the characteristics of each type of wine. We tasted away, and then voted on what we thought each one was.
This tour was the perfect way to explore Madrid's Literary Quarter. Our guide was knowledgeable and passionate about wine, and she did a great job explaining how and what to order. (Now I know to start my Spanish dinners off with a vermouth - preferably with an olive or two!)