What is Taca de Vi?

Enric Català

Founder of Taca de Vi · Sommelier · Wine Educator & Tasting Judge

Enric is a sommelier by profession and a wine enthusiast by nature.
He founded Taca de Vi in 2011 with a clear vision: to break away from the rigid language of wine and make it accessible, approachable, and fun.
His story begins in London, like many others, working in a restaurant. At first, wine just smelled like… wine. But a patient maître d’, a good wine list, and the right atmosphere awakened a true vocation in him.
Back in Barcelona, he immersed himself in a journey of tastings, books, winery visits, and a healthy dose of curiosity.
He went on to work at Wineries Avgvstvs Forvm and Vila Viniteca, and completed his sommelier training. Each experience fed into his unique vision and clear communication style, which eventually led him to teach at CETT and to serve as a judge at competitions such as Vinum Nature and the Vinari Awards.
For Enric, wine is pure nonconformity. You never know enough — there’s always something new to smell, taste, or share.

Isabel Sala

Strategy · Coordination · Corporate Events

Isabel has been part of Taca de Vi since day one and has played a key role in the company’s growth. Her role blends strategy, organization, and a close relationship with every client who trusts us. Her journey began in the world of technical architecture and sales, where she discovered her talent for coordinating complex projects and turning them into tangible successes. From there, she went on to lead teams during the expansion of international brands, developing a strategic vision and a strong ability to optimize processes.
At Taca de Vi, all that experience translates into flawless management: from event planning and direct collaboration with sommeliers to personalized support for every client. Isabel is the friendly voice that answers, the strategic mind that organizes, and the driving force that helps the team grow steadily.
For Isabel, every project is an opportunity to connect people, wine, and place. Because beyond raising a glass, what truly matters is that every experience leaves a mark.

Ana María Lahiguera

Sommelier · Passionate wine communicator · Expert in DO Rueda and fortified wines

With over 25 years of experience, Ana Lahiguera sees wine as a way to convey culture, emotion, and place. A prize-winning sommelier and oenologist, she has trained hundreds of professionals and enthusiasts through tastings, workshops, and immersive experiences. She is currently a Brand Ambassador for DO Rueda, a role that reflects her deep connection to the region’s white wines.
During corporate tastings, she creates a relaxed and memorable atmosphere, where humor, anecdotes, and knowledge blend gracefully. With a natural, courteous, and professional style, she engages the audience and turns each tasting into a sensory journey.
She is a reliable asset in high-standard environments where making a lasting impression matters.
Her favorite wine: a fine Fino from Jerez—intense, dry, and full of character, just like her way of understanding and sharing the world of wine.

Riki Aliaga

Sommelier · Specialist in sparkling wines from Penedès

Riki Aliaga grew up surrounded by vineyards and winemaking traditions in the Penedès, which shaped his connection to the world of wine from a very young age.
With a warm and enthusiastic character, he naturally conveys his passion, bringing wine culture closer to all kinds of audiences.
A lover of good food and drink, he especially enjoys life’s little pleasures: a Spanish omelette with onion, bread with tomato, and a glass of local sparkling wine at a charming wine bar in Barcelona. For him, wine is a wonderful excuse to create connection, conversation, and enjoyment.
Riki believes wine should be an accessible and shared experience. From this perspective, he is involved in projects like Taca de Vi, where he helps attendees discover the nuances of wine and the joy of savoring it — all without pretension or technical jargon.

Gemma Muray

Sommelier · Cava & Costa Brava lover · Flavor explorer

Gemma sees wine as a liquid story — a way to connect with the land, identity, and traditions of each place.
She’s passionate about discovering soulful wineries, hidden restaurants, and sharing the small stories behind every label.
She especially enjoys the process of listening, observing, and guiding — leading others through a sensory journey where the emotional is just as important as the technical.
Outside the world of wine, you’ll find her among trees, doing sports, or meditating.
She loves sunsets, bread with tomato and ham, and escapes to Cadaqués or the Costa Brava whenever she can — places where she recharges with inspiration and simplicity. These are also the two key ingredients in the way she communicates.
Her favorite wine: Istiu by Enric Soler. Mediterranean, elegant, and unique — just like the experiences she seeks to share.

Feliciano Domínguez

Cultural guide & sommelier · Soulful traveler with a refined palate

Feliciano changed his professional path after 16 years in the finance and insurance sector to dedicate himself to what truly moves him: sharing knowledge and culture.
Since 2010, he has been working as a tour guide in Barcelona, blending his background in history, art, and architecture with a growing specialization in the world of wine.
He especially enjoys bold reds like Garnacha, Syrah, or Nero d’Avola, though he never says no to a fine Gran Reserva sparkling wine or a crisp white on a hot day. His communication style seeks to inspire and connect through wines, landscapes, and the stories they hold.
A passionate traveler, he finds inspiration in cities like Kyoto, Buenos Aires, Siena, or Berlin — though he always returns to his lighthouse: Barcelona, his home and favorite stage for sharing his passion.

Lluba Kruhliak

Passionate about wine and art · Sunset lover among the vineyards

Lluba experiences wine with passion, dedication, and artistic sensitivity.
For her, it’s not just a job—it’s her way of being in the world. In addition to being a sommelier, she’s a visual artist who dreams of exhibiting her work one day, always inspired by the beauty of the wine-growing landscape.
Nature is her refuge, especially the vineyards of Penedès. Her perfect plan? A sunset at Roc de Sant Gaietà, a glass of Reserva Particular by Recaredo, and some Iberian ham—an experience that captures her way of understanding wine: slow, sensory, and in harmony.
Her sensitivity shines through in how she interprets and communicates wine, sharing not just flavours, but also the essence and soul behind each glass. A firm believer in the connection between art and oenology, she sees both worlds as deeply intertwined and mutually enriching.

Anthony Garner

Cultural guide & sommelier · Soulful traveler with a refined palate

Anthony (or Ant, if you prefer) has been living in Barcelona for over 20 years, and he’s still amazed by the weather, the culture, and—of course—the food.
Though his heart still appreciates a good Fish’n Chips, his true weakness is a suquet de peix on the Costa Brava, paired with a glass of Cava.
He’s an illustrator and caricaturist, constantly inspired by the wine landscapes of Penedès and Priorat. He believes wine is a sensory way to tell stories and loves every opportunity to guide us through paths filled with aromas, culture, and nature.
He doesn’t have a favorite wine—he loves the diversity and letting each moment decide.

Marzena Dziuk

Sommelier · Storyteller of soulful brands · In love with flor-aged wines

Marzena discovered her calling over a decade ago among the landscapes of Priorat, and later found her true love in Montilla-Moriles: biologically and oxidatively aged wines like Fino or Vin Jaune, for their depth, history, and complexity.
She’s a passionate communicator, able to adapt her tastings to the level and sensibility of each audience—from relaxed gatherings to technical sessions. Based in Madrid, she leads wine experiences and shares her enthusiasm in soulful wine bars and urban wineries.
Beyond wine, Marzena finds balance in yoga, a discipline she also teaches and that shapes her way of connecting—with the surroundings, with people, and with the emotions each glass can evoke.
She believes wine is both a sensory and emotional experience, and she conveys it with warmth, elegance, and harmony.

Asier Dañobeitia

Sommelier · Passionate about Txakoli · Storyteller of wines with a Basque soul

Asier is a trained sommelier, passionate about the world of wine, and a tireless scholar of its universe. Born and raised in Lezama, just steps from the vineyards, he grew up immersed in the landscape of Txakoli—the wine that has shaped both his personal and professional journey.
This deep connection to the land has made him a true ambassador of Basque wine, which he conveys with warmth, rigor, and enthusiasm.
With extensive experience in hospitality, both behind and in front of the bar, Asier has turned his passion into a vocational profession, combining technical knowledge with engaging storytelling in every tasting. His approach to wine goes beyond the glass: he connects flavors with history, and product with identity.
He is an active member of the tasting panel for the D.O. Bizkaiko Txakolina and earned third place in the Euskadi Championship in 2015.

Xavi Garrido

Official Tour Guide of Catalonia · Passionate about wine and the world

Xavi is the kind of person everyone connects with. He’s been working as an international and local tour guide for over 25 years, and for him, it’s more than a job—it’s a passion for discovering and sharing.
Sociable, a true foodie, and a lover of this planet, Xavi’s favorite pairings include a good steak tartare with a bold red from Priorat (Grenache and Carignan, please!). He’s fascinated by vibrant cities—his top 5: Sydney, Tokyo, Rio, Rome, and Los Angeles—and if he could get lost anywhere, it would be on Moorea, in French Polynesia.
Namibia holds a special place in his heart. And you might too, if you share a glass of wine with him.