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    Antigua Casa de Guardia

    4.5 (43 reviews)
    InexpensiveWine Tasting Room
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Old world wine
    La D.

    This place is a must go! The staff is friendly and welcoming to tourists without it losing the old world local bar feel. There are some pickled snacks available.

    Pedro Ximenez Sherry 9€
    Monica S.

    Because this place is a popular stop for food tours (located near Mercado Atarazanas), I decided to check it out on my own. Initially, I thought I could try a bunch of different sherrys side-by-side, but it looked like they only had one. For variety, I tried a Vermouth (Vermut), a Pedro Ximenez Sherry (jerez), 18 year old, and a Lágrimas Añejo, 19 year old, which totaled around 4 €. If I was able to buy a half glass (media copa), then I would have been able to try more. Although I enjoyed a Vermouth over ice the other evening, this one didn't catch my attention. While the Lágrimas Añejo was very "raisiny", I liked the less complex PX Sherry and bought a 750ml bottle for around 9 €. If I brought my own bottle, the cost would be 8.70€/litre. For tapas, there's a little refrigerator where you can buy a selection of prepared items like a skewer (bandería) of cocktail onions, olives, and marinated anchovies and a plate of sliced Salchichon Iberico and crackers which is what I did. Additionally, there were plates of shellfish and bivalves. To obtain the food, you must let the busy man handling the food know what you want and pay at his register which is separate from the bar. My food tab came out to 6.70 €. What a fun way to try local drinks and food.

    Sam S.

    The Antigua Casa de Guardia is the oldest wine bar/tavern in Malaga. Founded in 1840 by Don José Guardia, the Casa de Guardia is so much more than a wine bar or cellar. Its an institution. For wine lovers, it is a place that must be visited when in Malaga. A true cultural heritage that has been producing wine in the same way for the last 172 years. They have tons of barrels full of local wines like muscatels and aged wines and, some form of port wine. You can try different wines here or just have a drink and you can also purchase wine to take home. There is a few older men behind the large wooden counter and you can take a chance and pick and barrel to try or try them all :-) They have aged wine and young wines as well. They write down on the counter what you have had with chalk and then tally it all up in the end for payment. Malaga has one of the longest wine producing histories in the world, dating all the way back to Phoenician times. All of the Malaga wine is aged in Malaga City itself. A place well worth a visit. It's busy and cheap and nostalgic.

    Now it's a party
    John H.

    This is how we got our food tour with Carolina started. 3 different wines and some vermouth in a very cool/old wine bar. No food, no frills, barrels of all the wines on the wall and it was the perfect way to start.

    Meet Juan
    Leslie H.

    Recently visited this local wine bar during a trip through Malaga with my husband. It was bustling the entire time we were there and only got more and more crowded. Wine is made in house from grapes of the region and served straight out of the barrel upon order. They will also bottle wine for you to take home out of the barrel. Juan served us and was awesome. Straight faced and a Malaga OG, he was very generous in his servings and even invited us behind the bar to snap a photo with him. The wine from the region of Malaga tends to be on the sweeter side, so if you're not into ultra sweet wines I would try the seco. Locals (including Juan) love the pajarate and recommend that as the best offering of the selections here.

    Kath R.

    What a cute wee place! Clearly popular with locals and tourists alike, this place was stowed when we stumbled upon it at midday! Pretty simple premise really, they have dozens of casks stacked behind the bar full of different sherries ranging in price between €1-2. We (being new to the joys of sherry) ordered a random selection chosen by the barman, mostly sweet but a couple of dry ones in amongst them for good measure. Love, love, loved the sweet ones! Sadly we only had time for a quick round, but would definitely go back, and it would've been 5 stars if I'd had more time to take full benefit of the offerings! ;-)

    Abbie O.

    This place has some truly POTENT vermouth. We went early in the afternoon on a friend's birthday and left with a solid buzz. These were some of the best vermouths I've ever tried, but I probably should have set a limit beforehand. Try to practice restraint and always know your limits.

    Kit T.

    This is the archtypical Spanish wine bar. If you want local atmosphere, great service, great local sherry and great prices, this is the place. Served straight fron the cask, not to be missed.

    more photos on http://www.mymalaga.pl/#!antigua-casa-de-guardia-en/c1zxz
    Asia K.

    Antigua Bodega de Guardia Case is the oldest wine bar in Malaga, which still retains its original decor, customs and climate. It is a place where time has stopped, so that feel like in the old, traditional Spain :) more information you will find on http://www.mymalaga.pl/#!antigua-casa-de-guardia-en/c1zxz

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    Amazing atmosphere and great wines with value for money. Sometimes very busy, but find a spot at the bar and service is very quick.

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    Cold, unfriendly bunch but the wine is good and it's an interesting place to checkout. Don't eat there.

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    This was a very cool place we went to Malaga. You are served wine or vermouth straight from the barrel.

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    Although I enjoyed a Vermouth over ice the other evening, this one didn't catch my attention.

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    Vinoteca los Patios de Beatas

    4.1(15 reviews)
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    This was the last stop on our Malaga Food Tour. A wine cellar feel with Bottles shelved on the…read morewalls throughout. A mix of tables and seating with mostly high top and a small Outdoor seating area. They have a private Dining room and a group was having their Holiday Dinner. We were here for dessert but they have a full menu -Meat, Fish and Spanish fare. They also offer Tasting Menus with Wine Pairings. We started with a Cava. Lighter body-and all enjoyed it. Pistachio Cheesecake was Dessert-I've had all types of Cheesecake but this was a first. Pistachio flavors were subtle but they were definitely present. Light and nicely balanced and not too sweet-Delicious! Service was engaged and friendly. Versatile spot with a retail area that would be great for a Drink or a multiple course meal with plenty of Pairing options.

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    Spain Food Sherpas - Malaga Market

    Spain Food Sherpas

    4.9(10 reviews)
    0.8 km

    My family had an excellent time on the Malaga Food Sherpa tour with Elysse. We started with a bit…read moreof history and then sat down just outside of the market so have some fried sardines and the tinto de verano. Even those in my family who were not fans of seafood enjoyed this dish. Our group then went into the market and had some samples of olives, almonds and figs. It was excellent. We then travelled for the Charcuterie plate and some vermouth and manzanilla. My choice was the manzanilla but the rest of the family enjoyed the vermouth. The Iberian ham and cheese were wonderful. We walked some more and went to the Malaga-centric food and wine restaurant--Eme Mariano. The red wine was excellent. We paired this with a Gazpachuelo--- fish soup--which was velvety in texture. We followed this with the best croquetas de jamón I have had during my time in Spain. A little further walk and we went to El Chinitas for red and white wine sampling. The fried eels was scrumptious followed by a mini-sandwich of Iberian pork shoulder. Again, excellent. On our tour we had two people from Latvia, two from Wales and six from the US. We shared our food adventures as well as our Spain highlights. I highly recommend this tour!

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