The Best Wine Bars in Madrid
6 wine bars in Madrid ranked by list quality, expertise, and atmosphere.
Madrid is the Spanish wine capital. The wine bar scene runs deep — from sherry bars in La Latina to the natural wine wave in Malasana and the heritage establishments in Salamanca.
Sherry bars are the Madrid specialty. Manzanilla, Fino, Amontillado, Oloroso, Palo Cortado, Pedro Ximenez — order the styles in order, learn the differences, and let the bartender guide you.
Madrid wine prices are friendly. A serious glass costs 4 to 7 euros. The food is tapas and small plates. Eat with the wine.
The 6 best wine bars in Madrid
Casa Salvador
Heritage tapas and wine bar. The wine list is mostly Spanish with a focus on Rioja and Ribera del Duero. The bartenders are knowledgeable.
Taberna Antonio Sanchez
Madrid s oldest tavern, 1830. The wine list is short and reliable. The crowd is mixed local and slightly older. Cash preferred.
Casa Camacho
Heritage vermouth bar. The vermouth on tap is the move. Cheap, busy, and authentic. No food. Open daily from 1pm.
Lavinia
Wine merchant with an upstairs bar. The list is global with a deep Spanish layer. Best for a serious wine evening.
Macera Taller Bar
Macerated spirit and wine bar. The natural wine list is short and considered. The food is small Spanish plates done well.
La Venencia
1929 sherry bar. Five sherries on the wall. No photographs allowed. Cash only. The bartender writes the bill on the bar in chalk.
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