A historic cellar with views of the Mosque
The building dates to the 18th century. The wine list is more recent, but it has the same seriousness as the walls. Vinoteca Ordóñez sits on Calle de los Judíos in the Judería, with an unobstructed view of the Mosque-Cathedral from its terrace seats — a combination that is difficult to beat in Córdoba.
Over 100 references span the major Spanish appellations: Ribera del Duero, Priorat, Rueda, Rías Baixas. But the cellar's real strength is its depth in Montilla-Moriles. Several rare cuvées show up here that you won't find anywhere else in the city. To understand this appellation better, see our Montilla-Moriles wine route.
Tasting and accompaniments
Everything is available by the glass. The team gives honest guidance — they will tell you what is drinking well right now, not just what costs the most. Prices are reasonable for the quality. A plate of aged Manchego, pata negra ham or Santoña anchovies is worth ordering alongside whatever you are drinking; the food is chosen by the same standards as the wine.
Setting and crowd
Inside: exposed beams, shelves of bottles, solid wooden tables, soft lighting. It is an intimate space. Córdoban regulars and curious visitors mix in a way that never feels forced. On weekends, book ahead — the terrace fills before sunset. Wine lovers should also know Bodega Guzmán on the same street for barrel-drawn Montilla-Moriles, and VinumPlay near the Roman Temple for a more contemporary 300-label approach.
