Caves Codorniu, Wine cellars in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia, Spain.
Caves Codorniu is a wine production facility in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia featuring underground passages that wind through the property for storage and aging of sparkling wine. The estate includes production areas, barrel rooms, and tasting spaces integrated across multiple levels beneath the surface.
The property was founded in 1551 and became pivotal in 1872 when Josep Raventós developed the production method for modern cava. This innovation transformed the estate into a center for Spanish sparkling wine creation.
The buildings showcase Catalan Modernist design by Josep Puig i Cadafalch, featuring decorative stonework and metalwork that reflect local artistic traditions of the region.
Visitors navigate the site through guided tours that reveal the production and storage processes within the underground spaces. The routes pass through various work areas and conclude with tasting opportunities.
The underground chambers maintain steady temperature and humidity levels year-round, creating ideal storage conditions for millions of bottles. This natural storage system allows wine to mature over extended periods without external climate control.
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