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Wine tour of Spain

3/6/2015

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Spain makes some of the finest wine in the world, and on my recent trip I was lucky enough to sample a fair few glasses. The only thing missing was my nearest and dearest to enjoy it with. So, as I stumbled from vineyard to vineyard, I decided I would send some of the best bottles of wine by post back home to my friends and family, with the proviso that I join them to crack them open once I was back. Here are the delicious wines that made my final short list.
Wines: Chafandin, Vega Sicilia and Alion

Region: Ribera Del Duero

The first stop on my great wine tour was the Ribera Del Duero area in central Spain, a region now rivalling Rioja as Spain’s most popular red-wine producing area. Whilst the vineyards nestled amongst rocky mountains may not be the most spectacular to look at, thanks to a long history of wine-making expertise, the end product is exceptional. Between tastings I also managed to squeeze in a trip to the stunning 13th century Cathedral in Burgos – well worth a visit.

Wines: Muga White Barrel, Muga Reserva

Region: La Rioja

Of course, my trip had to include Spain’s most famous wine region, La Rioja which has over 500 wineries. I opted to explore the town of Haro, Rioja’s capital and paid a visit to the friendly Bodegas Muga where staff were warm and welcoming, encouraging visitors to try a number of wines whilst explaining the process from grape to glass. We then headed back to a traditional Spanish restaurant in town to savour the region’s cuisine; Riojan beans, delicate fish and a delicious San Marcos cake, made with cream, sponge and chocolate.

Wine: Chivite Coleccion 125 Vendemmia Tardiva

Region: Navarra

I ended my journey in Navarra, which lies on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route and borders Rioja. The wines in this region had a similar smooth, fruity notes, but the stand out was a beautifully sweet dessert wine from Bodega Chivite - the Chivite Coleccion.

Now back home, it’s certainly a different experience sipping wine on my friend’s and family's sofas rather than in the pleasant Spanish evening sun. But it’s great to be able to introduce these wines to a wider audience and to tell them a little about the places they came from too. Next time, I'll make more room in my suitcase.


(Photo by juantiagues via Flickr)

Article written by Chrystelle G.
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