Journeys into Spanish wine
Wine of the Week
As with so many small scale quality producers in Galicia, I’m of the opinion that they undersell their wine.
Spanish wine stories from Fenavin 2023 part two: Bodegas Salado
It was good to see wines from the province of Seville being presented at this year’s Fenavin.
Wine of the Week
Reto in Spanish means “a challenge”. As they explained to me the decision to bring this wine to the market was not an easy one.
Wine of the Week
This wine reminds you of the importance of considering rosé as a serious contender in its own right
Spanish wine stories from Fenavin 2023 part one: Parajes del Valle
With clean acidity and delicate tannins, this is a great example of modern Monastrell.
Massuria, a superbly crafted Mencía from the Camino de Santiago
Sometimes the best things in life can truly happen on the spur of the moment!
Some wines at Salón Gourmets 2023
The 36th edition of Salón Gourmets, one of the largest events dedicated to food and beverage products in Europe!
Tasting Tardana, Gracias to Gratias. Better Late Than Never
Bodegas Gratias was founded in 2007 in the village of Casas-Ibañez in the province of Albacete by two couples, José & Silvia and Iván & Ana.
Discovering the wines of Ronda part 2: Badman Wines
Thanks to Manuel of Badman Wines for the welcome and hospitality extended to the Spanish Wine Collective.
Discovering the wines of Ronda part 1: Cortijo Los Aguilares
The wine sector here is experiencing a revival with the expansion of existing projects and new investment supporting the opening of new wineries.
The 2023 Encuentro Vitivinícola de Huelva in La Palma del Condado
The 2023 Encuentro Vitivinícola de Huelva
An Ode to Pet Nat
Way cooler than Cava and much cheaper than Champagne!
Palo Cortao, Seville
Palo Cortao…the name is a play on the Andalusian pronunciation of palo cortado, a type of sherry.
A warm welcome awaits…
Enter this intimate bistro and Gustavo greets you like an old friend.
Wine of the Week
No oak, no long-ageing, just fruit and texture make this straightforward white Rioja something of a bargain at this price.
Wine of the Week
Gutiérrez Colosía is perhaps best known for its Sangre y Trabajadero Oloroso, a wine instantly recognisable for its iconic old-school label.
Vino de Barrantes Wine Fair - 3rd June 2023
Only six months to go to this year’s Festa do Tinto do Salnés in Barrantes!
Wine of the Week
As a way into en rama sherry, the Manzanilla Deliciosa En Rama is as good a place as any to start.
Potatoes to the importance
The inaugural SWC Summit!
Wine of the Week
Time was when an ex-footballer´s life didn´t amount to much more than running the local boozer or a bit of media work.
A group of friends sharing our love of Spanish wine with you
