The Catalan wine sector

Wine culture, tradition and landscape have been part of Catalonia's history to the point of becoming a symbol of our country. The origin of vine cultivation in Catalonia dates back to the time of the Phoenicians, who introduced it from the south, as shown by several archaeological sites across the territory. Later, the Greek and Roman civilisations encouraged its expansion and consolidation. Since then, vines, vineyards, wineries and wines have been continuously present in our history.

Industry

The Catalan wine sector has a very solid and competitive structure, with more than 750 bottling wineries, 8,500 winegrowers and a turnover that exceeds €1,000 million annually. Catalonia has 49,989 ha registered under a DO, according to the ERVC Parcel Extract of May 2025, as the DO Catalunya allows double designation.

Most production is covered by a designation of origin. Currently, the recognised wine designations of origin are Alella, Catalunya, Conca de Barberà, Costers del Segre, Empordà, Montsant, Penedès, Pla de Bages, Priorat, Tarragona and Terra Alta, in addition to the Cava designation.