Ronda: Bodega Doña Felisa Wine Tour & Tasting with Tapas

Summary

Walk the vines at bodega doña felisa then taste three wines with local tapas in ronda

You’ll walk Ronda’s vineyards with a local guide, see Bodega Doña Felisa’s cellars up close, and taste three different wines paired with regional tapas. Expect laughter over Spanish words, hands-on moments among barrels, and views that stick with you long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

“Here, we say the vines listen to the wind before they grow,” our guide Elena grinned, brushing a bit of dust from her sleeve. I liked her right away—she had this way of talking about grapes like they were old friends. We started out in the vineyard itself, shoes crunching on dry earth, and honestly, I didn’t expect the air to smell so green—almost sweet, almost wild. The hills around Ronda just roll on forever. I kept stopping to squint at them while Elena explained how their tempranillo gets its color from these exact soils (I nodded like I understood; still not sure I do).

Inside the production room it got cooler and quieter—except for the soft clinking of bottles somewhere deeper in. Elena showed us where the magic happens: huge steel tanks, then oak barrels stacked like sleepy giants. She let us touch one barrel; it felt rough and cool under my palm. Someone asked if they ever get tired of wine—she laughed and said, “Never, but sometimes my nose does.” That made everyone chuckle. There was this moment when she poured a bit from a pipette and held it up to the light; I swear you could see tiny flecks swirling inside.

The tasting was set up right by a window looking out over the vines we’d just walked through. Three wines—one white, two reds—and little plates of cheese and jamón that disappeared way too quickly (I may have eaten more than my share). My favorite was the second red—something about it tasted like sun-baked stones and cherries. We lingered longer than planned, just talking and laughing with Elena about Spanish words for “tipsy” (I still can’t pronounce them). Walking back out into the late afternoon sun, I felt oddly content—like maybe those vines really do listen to something special here.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Vineyard tour and wine tasting

• Walk through the vineyard
• Visit elaboration room
• See bottling and aging room
• Discover wine production process
• Taste 3 wines with tapas

Top questions

Where is Bodega Doña Felisa located?

Bodega Doña Felisa is near Ronda in southern Spain.

How many wines are included in the tasting?

The tour includes tasting three different wines from Bodega Doña Felisa.

Are tapas included during the wine tasting?

Yes, local tapas are served alongside the wine tasting.

Is this tour suitable for children or families?

Yes, infants and small children can join; strollers and infant seats are allowed.

Does this day trip include a guided vineyard walk?

Yes, you’ll walk through the vineyard with a local guide as part of your visit.

Are service animals permitted on this tour?

Service animals are allowed at Bodega Doña Felisa.

How long does the wine tour last?

The exact duration isn’t specified but includes a vineyard walk, cellar visit, and tasting session.

What’s included

Your visit covers a guided walk through Bodega Doña Felisa’s vineyard near Ronda, an inside look at their production and aging rooms, plus a relaxed tasting of three house wines paired with regional tapas before heading out again.