The vinicultural tradition of the Lands of Lleida (Spain) stretches back to the times of the Ibers, as shown by the first seeds of Vitis Vinifera, found at the Iber settlement of Els Vilars de Arbeca. However, it was during the Romanisation of the Terres de Ponent (western territories of Catalonia) that grape growing and wine production really became properly established. By the 19th century, the grape had become one of the most important crops in the territory, which boasted a total of 119,000 hectares of vineyards. But the subsequent appearance of the phylloxera later caused a drastic reduction in this wine-growing area to 15,000 hectares. Despite this lamentable misfortune, the wine producing activity of the Lands of Lleida was soon revived by the entrepreneurial initiatives of wineries such as Castell del Remei and Raimat. These cellars decided to replace the vines affected by the phylloxera and to establish new plantations, introducing innovative varieties including Cabernet Sauvignon. Their efforts helped to create the D.O. Costers del Segre and to establish its reputation for using the latest, highest quality technology and the most innovative wine production techniques.

Bearing in mind the long winemaking tradition of the Lands of Lleida (Spain), one of the best ways to discover the local region with all its culture, tradition and landscapes, is - without a doubt - through Enotourism.

The Ruta del Vi (Wine Route) is divided into four different itineraries, which allow travellers to combine the attractive scenery and monuments of the different comarques (local districts) of western Catalonia with visits to Lleida's main wineries.