Bodegas Gutiérrez Colosía — Attraction in El Puerto de Santa María

A fascinating opportunity to see how sherry is still made “the old way”.

We arrived in Puerto Santa Maria after a 30 minutes ferry ride from Cadiz. We were just in time to take the 1 hour tour of the winery, which began at 2pm. Bodegas Gutiérrez Colosía is a boutique sherry producer that uses exactly the same methods that the same family has employed for nearly 200 years. This is not a huge corporation like Tio Pepe paying lip service to its past. There are no gleaming stainless steel tanks or technicians in white coats and hair nets here!

Ima, from the winery, was a wonderful guide - her explanations were engaging, entertaining and of course extremely informative & knowledgeable. After she had explained the complex processes of sherry production, we were brought to “Bespoke”, the upmarket restaurant owned by the bodega, just a hundred meters away. Over the next hour, we were treated to a tasting menu of 6 exquisite tapas and paired with 6 different sherrys, from the bone-dry Fino to the syrupy Pedro Ximenez. The owner of the winery clearly has invested heavily in a great chef, to do justice his exquisite sherry. The food alone would be worth the trip over from Cadiz. The cost of the tour including the sherry tasting and food pairing was €33 per person, and to me was great value for money. The staff of the restaurant were lovely too. I highly recommend this if you are in Cadiz...

One of my favorite spots to visit in El Puerto de Santa María is this charming winery. Although small, it offers a warm and authentic experience that truly stands out. The entrance fee is 32 euros per person, which includes a guided tour through the historic warehouse, giving you a fascinating glimpse into the winery’s rich past. After the tour, you get to taste six different wines, paired with delicious tapas served in their cozy restaurant. The staff is friendly and attentive, making the visit even more enjoyable.

This winery is not only a great place for wine tasting but also a piece of history, with detailed explanations about its origins and the types of wines they produce. It’s a wonderful experience for anyone interested in learning about local wine traditions. Plus, they sell bottles directly, often at better prices than in stores. If you’re visiting Puerto de Santa María, I highly recommend stopping by for a memorable and authentic...

Really interesting place to visit. Here you will learn about the history and production of all the main types of Sherry. Fino, manzanilla,, amontillado, oloroso, palo cortado, cream and Pedro Ximénez are all made here. Some of the casks used in the solera system are over 100 years old. Tours available in both Spanish or English. You get a wonderful opportunity to taste all of the products and perhaps you can buy some to take home. Plenty of locals pop in with their plastic bottles to purchase 2 litres of sherry vinegar for their salad dressings. The ticket includes tasting and costs €15 (Feb 2023) which is...