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Castillo de San Marcos

About Castillo de San Marcos

Castillo de San Marcos is a 13th-century fortress in El Puerto de Santa María built by King Alfonso X the Wise, now housing a historic winery and tasting room. Visitors can explore the castle and enjoy a wine tasting experience featuring three Jerez wines, Lustau vermouth, and Caballero punch, while learning about the solera and criadera system and the unique terroir of the Marco de Jerez region.

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Tasting Experiences

Visiting Castillo de San Marcos

Tasting fee
€20 per person
Reservations
Required
Tasting room
Open to visitors

From their website, September 7, 2026.

When to visit Castillo de San Marcos

Monday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Good to know about Castillo de San Marcos

Yes, Castillo de San Marcos has a tasting room open to visitors. Visits are by reservation, so book ahead rather than dropping in.
Signature bottles include Fino Pavón, Oloroso Río Viejo, Lustau Vermouth, Caballero Punch. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
A tasting at Castillo de San Marcos costs €20 per person (from their website, September 7, 2026). Fees change with the season and the experience booked, so confirm the current price when you reserve.
Yes, Castillo de San Marcos offers vineyard tours. Options include: Castle Tour with Wine Tasting and Historic Winery Visit. Tour spots fill before standard tasting reservations. Book your tour and tasting together when you reserve.
Castillo de San Marcos is in El Puerto de Santa María, in the Jerez-Xérès-Sherry wine region. Phone: +34 627 56 93 35. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Monday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM | Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM | Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM | Thursday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM | Friday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM | Sunday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM. Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.

Where to find Castillo de San Marcos

El Puerto de Santa María, Spain