SANT SADURNÍ D'ANOIA FARM FIELD GUIDE
Cava at the Source: Inside Spain’s Oldest Family-Owned Winery in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia
A focused guided visit that traces centuries of cava production through historic cellars and Puig i Cadafalch Modernist architecture, concluding with a three-cava tasting and gourmet Catalan meal—the essential primer for wine and design-minded travelers.
Cava at the Source: Inside Spain’s Oldest Family-Owned Winery in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia.
Set in the heart of Penedès, this curated visit unfolds at Spain’s oldest family-owned winery. The guided experience illuminates long-standing winemaking practices—dating to the 16th century—walks visitors through underground cellars where traditional cava-making was pioneered in 1872, and pairs three premium cavas with regional cuisine in a setting that marries industrial cellarcraft with celebrated Modernist architecture.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Six Centuries of Family Winemaking
Founded in the 16th century and credited with pioneering traditional cava-making in 1872, the estate channels generations of craft—cellars, techniques and stories that anchor the visit.
A Modernist Masterpiece by Puig i Cadafalch
Visitors move through spaces shaped by Josep Puig i Cadafalch’s Modernist language, where architectural detail frames the cultural context of Penedès and the winery’s public face.
Three Premium Cavas with Catalan Pairings
The experience culminates in a structured tasting of three premium cavas paired with chocolates and a gourmet menu at La Torre de Codorníu, a deliberate finale that links production, terroir and table.
What the day feels like
How the Visit Feels
The guided sequence moves from arrival through the winery’s historic underground cellars—where traditional methods and aging bottles speak to continuity—then through the public architectural spaces that celebrate Catalan Modernism, and finishes with a focused tasting and gourmet meal that frames the cavas in regional culinary context.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Total scheduled time for the experience is 2 hours.
After booking the operator will provide the farm address, meeting point and a local contact for the visit.
The visit covers the historic cellars, a tour of the Modernist architecture, a tasting of three premium cavas with chocolates, and a gourmet meal at La Torre de Codorníu.
Bookings are organized for parties of 2 to 10. If you select certain afternoon tour times, the meal may be served before the cellar visit (see booking note about 3.15pm–3.45pm departures).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Barcelona Wine Visit & Tasting Experience last?
The scheduled total time for the experience is 2 hours.
Where does the visit take place and who operates it?
The experience takes place in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia at Spain’s oldest family-owned winery and is operated by Farm Experiences & Tours.
What will we see and taste on the visit?
The guided sequence includes historic underground cellars, a tour of the estate’s Modernist architecture, a tasting of three premium cavas with chocolates, and a gourmet Catalan meal at La Torre de Codorníu.
How many people can be in a booking?
Bookings accommodate parties of between 2 and 10 people.
Is there any special timing to be aware of for the meal?
Yes: if you book the visit for a tour at 3.15pm, 3.30pm or 3.45pm, the food is served before the visit at 1pm.