Spain is a large country of incredibly diverse landscapes. Even a brief glance at its geography and dramatic mountain chains suggests that we might be in for a treat with some incredibly different wines.
We tour all around the country, looking at some of the classic wines, great value and interesting stories that can be found.
The Spanish wine scene is going through some incredibly exciting times as it rediscovers its identity, with 70 regions full of dynamic, talented winemakers who are making more and more delicious and individual wines for us to enjoy.
We taste:
Gutiérrez Colosía Fino Sherry
Javier Sanz “Rey Santo” Rueda
Pazo do Mar “Coral do Mar” Rias Baixas Albariño
Bodega Resalte “Peña Roble Joven” Ribera del Duero
Vinocola del Priorat “Mas del Frares”
Intro: (0:00)
– Spanish Wine History (4:22)
– Wine 1: Sherry (9:52)
– Chat (16:50)
– Wine News (18:33)
– Wines 2&3 (24:10)
– The Challenge: wines 4&5 (41:38)
– Favourite Red (58:30)
– Wine of the night / quiz result (1:00:02)
– What’s next / summing up (1:04:10)