A refreshing experience
We’re spoilt for choice when it comes to getting fed and watered in restaurants and bars in Ibiza but when it comes time to relax or entertain in your own casa (villa, apartment or even boat), the possibilities are not so endless. Until you discover Vila Vins…
Translating in Catalan to Village Wines, this sleek yet unassuming storefront – masterminded by Ibicenco wine and hospitality expert Juanan Martinez - tucked away in a side street off the famous Ibiza port offers far more than just your typical tipple.
Bottle upon bottle of the finest French champagne plus expertly selected wines from France, Argentina, South Africa, New Zealand, Italy, California and of course Spain make up the major component of the spacious store, with the rear section completely dedicated to a truly amazing lighting and climate controlled Bodega.
Exquisitely aged whiskies, cognacs and brandies, the finest gins, rums and tequilas, vodkas for all occasions (including the ultra-glam Roberto Cavalli brand), exotic liquors hailing from all over the globe and the island’s finest Hierbas Ibicencas sparkle temptingly on every shelf, while an impressive array of distilled waters (from cult favourite Fiji to the Swarovski crystal encrusted Bling) and delicatessen delights like Himalayan Rock Salt, Spanish olive oils and Scottish marmalades further add to the appeal.
Whether you’re stocking the fridge for a barbecue or planning a full-scale villa or boat party, one phone call to Vila Vins can ensure everything – even glassware, straws and bartenders - is delivered (via quirky mini-trucks) to your door pronto.
Private wine tastings can be arranged, however if you do find yourself perusing the shelves in search of your favourite new vino, don’t be surprised if Juanan invites you to join him for a drink in the process - now that’s what we call retail therapy!
Published on May 19, 2009