Sea-Breeze Tasting: Wine & Gourmet Vinegar at Cellers Avgvstvs Forvm

At Cellers Avgvstvs Forvm, the 'Visita Gastronòmica' unfolds among sun-washed rows of Picapoll and Garnatxa vines just 3 km from the Mediterranean in El Vendrell, Tarragona, Catalunya, Spain. In a compact 1 hour 45 minute visit, the tasting pairs four signature wines with four artisan vinegars and four small plates from Degvsta Entrevinyes, presenting wine and vinegar as complementary parts of the same terroir. The experience is child-friendly: children receive an adapted tasting of must and vinegars, and the program is approved by the Associació de Celíacs de Catalunya (please report allergies when booking). You arrive at Cellers Avgvstvs Forvm and move through a sequence of sensory stations: the vineyard rows, a salt-tinged sea breeze on the estate’s terrace, the tasting room where glass and palate meet, and a small kitchen counter where bites are assembled. The distinguishing detail here is the emphasis on high-quality vinegars alongside wines—aged balsamic-style and lighter gastronomy vinegars produced onsite that accent local seafood and vegetables. The landscape is limestone-and-clay soil typical of the Tarragona coast, supporting Mediterranean scrub and cultivated varietals; watch for lizards sunning on the low dry-stone walls and gulls riding the sea wind. Practicalities: the visit lasts about 1 hour 45 minutes and includes four wine tastings, four vinegar tastings, and four gastronomic appetizers. The cellar recommends informing staff of dietary restrictions ahead of arrival. Small groups allow for individual attention and questions about production, barrel aging, and pairing strategies. The tasting offers a concise primer in how vinegar can brighten a wine pairing and how coastal terroir shapes acid and salinity in both products. Why book it? For travelers who want a short, sensory-focused enotourism stop between the Catalan coast and inland vineyards, this program condenses local flavor into under two hours. It’s a practical fit for wine lovers on a coastal route who want education plus edible proof—handheld bites designed to reveal contrasts between vine, barrel, and vinegary acidity. Cellers Avgvstvs Forvm’s collaboration with Degvsta Entrevinyes makes the tasting a culinary laboratory rather than a straightforward wine flight, and the location—only 3 km from the Mediterranean—means post-tasting walks toward the shore or a quick stop in El Vendrell. Booking is handled through the venue’s online reservation system; the provided referral link connects directly to the Cellers Avgvstvs Forvm listings. Expect a relaxed pacing with opportunities to ask about vine training, oak selection, and the vinegar aging process, and staff will often suggest simple pairings to recreate at home. The tasting is suitable for beginners and curious cooks as much as for seasoned tasters. Wear comfortable shoes for short walks between stations and bring a water bottle. If visiting in high season, reserve in advance to secure preferred time slots.