{"id":7629,"date":"2024-12-19T12:58:07","date_gmt":"2024-12-19T12:58:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vinology.wine\/sobre-nosotros\/"},"modified":"2026-02-06T20:49:45","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T20:49:45","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/vinology.wine\/en\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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\n What is Vinology?\n <\/h2>\n

\n Vinology is a philosophy of life dedicated to wine. Founded in 2010 by sommelier Pilar Oltra, our mission is to share the richness and diversity of wine through unique experiences. Pilar has dedicated her life to exploring and sharing the fascinating world of wine.\n <\/p>\n

\n In 2022, we opened our first space in Madrid, where the passion for wine meets authentic, seasonal gastronomy and the highest quality products. Thanks to Pilar’s background-born in Argentina of Spanish winemakers and trained in France, the U.S. and England-our proposal includes wines from these regions and a select collection of international wines. \n <\/p>\n

\n In 2024 we opened our second space. Two places where the passion for wine and the most authentic gastronomy converge and where we spread the great culture around a bottle of wine, the history behind it, the landscape, the traditions and the cultural environment.\n <\/p>\n

\n Vinology is a tribute to the diversity and culture of wine.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

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\n Pilar Oltra
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\n Pilar Oltra, founder and CEO of Vinology, is truly passionate about wine. With over two decades of experience, she has dedicated her life to exploring and sharing wine culture. Certified as a sommeli\u00e8re and with WSET 3, as well as three years of studies at the prestigious Master of Wine Institute in London, she has participated in vintages in emblematic regions such as Burgundy and Argentina.\n <\/p>\n

\n Pilar has worked as a consultant in the United States, France and Spain, and has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of the 100 most creative people in Spain. In 2010, she founded Vinology, a benchmark in wine events, and in 2022 she opened her first site in Madrid\u2019s Salamanca. In 2024, she opened a new location in Madrid\u2019s Chamber\u00ed neighborhood.\n <\/p>\n

\n Pilar, as a good Argentinian living in Spain, with the authenticity that characterizes her and her natural way of communicating, seeks to connect people through the magic of wine and create unforgettable experiences. Don’t miss the opportunity to join her exciting wine adventures!\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Wine and gastronomic proposal<\/span>\n <\/h2>\n

\n Our proposal focuses on a careful combination of seasonal cuisine with a select offer of more than 300 wines by the bottle and 50 by the glass, featuring the most relevant producers in Spain, without forgetting other countries such as France and Argentina. \n <\/p>\n

\n We present an honest cuisine, rich in content and intention, which follows a seasonal journey through fresh products and traditional elaborations, all reinterpreted in Vinology’s unique style. \n <\/p>\n

\n Our menu includes options both in the kitchen and at the bar, with dishes carefully thought out to accompany and elevate our wine selection. \n <\/p>\n\n\n \n <\/div>\n\n

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\n The team\n <\/h2>\n

\n The staff is made up of a team of expert professionals, who not only have a deep knowledge of wine and gastronomy, but also transmit their enthusiasm and passion to our customers, making sure that every visit will be special. Get to know them!\n <\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n

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\n “Vinology makes the leap from the glass to the plate \u2013 and nails it”\n <\/p>\n

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\n \u201cVinology, a wine bar to eat and drink (Spanish wines) wonderfully near El Retiro\u201d\n <\/p>\n

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\n With a menu packed with information about grape varieties and terroir, Vinology is the perfect place to discover more about the complex world of Spanish wine.\n <\/p>\n

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\n \u201cTen wine bars where you can eat well.\u201d\n <\/p>\n

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\n \u201cGastronomic Madrid: the new wave of chefs, pastry chefs, and sommeliers flooding the city.\u201d\n <\/p>\n

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\n \u201cDon\u2019t just give your father wine \u2013 give him wine culture and experiences.\u201d\n <\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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\n \u201cPilar Oltra, a different kind of sommelier: ‘We want to spread wine culture with a low level of snobbery.’\u201d\n <\/p>\n

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\n \u201cThe three wine bars in Madrid you can\u2019t miss\u201d\n <\/p>\n

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\n \u201cThese are the best wine bars in Spain.\u201d\n <\/p>\n

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\n \u201cThe women who call the shots in gastronomy.\u201d\n <\/p>\n

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\n “Vinology: afternoons of wine and roses in the heart of Madrid”\n <\/p>\n

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\n “The exquisite and relaxed atmosphere, with a touch of bistrot charm, has also helped Vinology stand apart from the exclusivist style of many wine bars in the city. Here, both newcomers and experts share in the enjoyment of wine without prejudice.”\n <\/p>\n

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\n Work with us\n <\/h2>\n

\n Our team is made up of passionate about wine, as well as professionals committed to excellence and quality. \n <\/p>\n

\n If you want to be part of a young, diverse and growing team, with opportunities for training and professional development, send us your CV.\n <\/p>\n

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