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y Da ips Tr Torres Winery Founded in 1870 by Jaime Torres, Bodegas Torres is a historical wine growing company with its’ roots in the Pendes region. Occupying the most expensive vineyards in the region, the Torres family are a self-financed, independent family that still own the company after more than 100 years of family tradition. Learn about this truly inspirational family, its historical journey and rise to fame at the Bodegas Torres’ Visitor Centre. Many golf groups visit Barcelona every year to enjoy golf mixed with “Wine Tourism”. Visits to the Torres winery in Barcelona have quickly become a fantastic option for an alternative “après golf” or “free day” away from the golf course. Just 30-mins from the centre of Barcelona by Train, the Bodegas Torres’ Visitor Centre is located in the heart of the Penedes appellation or ‘Denominacion de Origen’. In this privileged setting, visitors can enjoy a range of activities. During a 1-hr tour (approx) for a small entrance fee, you will discover the secrets of the world of wine. The extensive tour included a spectacular multimedia experience in a tunnel of seasons; a train trip around the winery; and a multisensory 3D visit through a Waltraud wine cellar all finishing up with a personalised tasting of the world famous Torres wines. There is space for different types of events and celebrations which can be tailored to any group requests. Other experiences include gastronomic treat such as blind dinners, wine & cheese pairings, to activities such as making your own brandy! In 2014, Bodegas Torres won “Worlds most admired wine brand”, the first European winery awarded with this distinction. 83