All you need to know about the famous wineries of Jerez

Wine tourism is closely linked to the culture of Jerez de la Frontera. As popular as flamenco are the old wineries that receive hundreds of monthly visits to take a trip to the history and tradition of the production of the popular Jerez wine. Not to mention the strong historical tradition, since some of the companies that founded these businesses are, currently, among the oldest companies in Spain that have managed to survive all kinds of crises.

The most famous ones

Founded in 1877, the William & Humber winery is the largest in all of Europe with an area of over 180,000 square meters of facilities. In addition to wines, the famous Jerez brandy is also produced here. But, if we talk about fame, then we have to talk about the Bodegas Tío Pepe, as famous as the Puerta del Sol sign. The winery offers visitors extensive programs to learn all about the aging of Jerez wines and brandies, in addition to numerous wine tastings. Here you will enjoy a wine tasting full of history and tradition.

The Bodegas del Maestro Sierra have been considered one of the most important in the world. Wine with the Jerez-Xérès-Sherry designation of origin is produced here. Therefore, this one cannot be missed on our route to the Jerez de la Frontera wineries. Fame is also shared by others such as the Sandeman wineries, Fundador Pedro Domecq wineries, or Rey Fernando de Castilla wineries. In all of them we can enjoy a visit with a tasting, a tour of a vineyard and even a visit to the museum that explains the origin of Jerez wine.

Family wineries

If we are looking for a family winery or wineries with tradition, then we have to talk about the Almocaden wineries, where the production of Jerez wines could not be more traditional. Here the craftsmanship in the production is perceived from the first minute. Similarly, the Hidalgo wineries, which have already passed through five generations, are some of the most famous in Andalusia.

Tours

If what we are looking for is a complete tour, which offers us multiple activities related to the world of wine, then we have to talk about the González Byass winery. There we can learn about the tradition and all the history since 1835, the year in which Manuel María González Ángel began the trajectory of the company and began his fame in the city, which ended up spreading throughout the world. A complete experience within reach of everyone.

For the more traditional, and those looking for something unique, you can also visit the wineries closest to the center of Jerez. There we can walk from square to square traveling through centuries of history and traditions related to wine in this area.

Where to stay in Jerez de la Frontera?

One of the best accommodation options in Jerez is the B&B Hotel Jerez. It is located near all these famous wineries in the province of Cádiz and the rest of the city's points of interest. Thus, if we are going to stay several days in the city, this is your best accommodation option. It has all the comforts to have a most satisfactory and comforting stay. It can be said, without a doubt, that it is the hotel with the best value for money to visit Jerez without even having to take the car.

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