Discover these 5 Hidden Gems of the Spanish Wine Production

Fri, Jun 23, 23

When it comes to Spanish wine regions, most people automatically think of wines from the world-renowned and famous regions of Rioja or Ribera. These two wine regions account for over a third of all wine production in Spain, and while they produce delicious wines, it’s important to remember they aren’t the only locations in Spain creating amazing wines. The Spanish climate is conducive to the production of 87 different types of wine grapes and has over 5,500 wineries to choose from. Insert your text here

Whether you’re looking to do some wine online shopping or searching for some exciting new vintages for your next dinner party, check out these 5 Spanish wine regions that might be lesser known, but are absolute powerhouses when it comes to wine production.

Let’s start our journey on the island of Lanzarote, where the beautiful black soils which are a remnant of volcanic eruptions play host to some incredible wines. Located in the Canary Islands, Lanzarote’s unique environment allows salty winds to combine with the volcanic ashy soil to create deep and rich red vintages that are absolutely delicious.

In the northwestern corner of Spain, you’ll find the Ribeira Sacra or the Sacred Riverbank. This region is lush with rolling green hillsides which play host to ancient vines rising above the river. The reds produced here have a lightness that is atypical to the deep heavily oaked reds that most associate with Spanish wines.

The Toro region of Spain is home to distinctive big and bold reds which owe their flavor to the unique mutation of the tempranillo grape that can only be found in this region. The area located along the northern banks of the Duero River has been growing grapes for millennia and produces some of the boldest and most delicious wines in the country.

The small Catalonian wine area Priorat is one of only two regions in Spain (the other being La Rioja) that has achieved the prestigious Denomination of Origin Calificada status- the highest level of wine appellation in Spain. While these wines are widely recognized as delicious, the ancient vines that produce the grapes in this region have a low yield, meaning wine from this region is both rare and expensive. If you’re looking for something to truly impress, then a delicious vintage from Priorat is the right choice!

Our final recommendation is to explore the often-forgotten world of fortified wines in the southern Spanish region of Andalucia. The sherry produced here is made from Palomino grapes, and the historic wine cellars here are also known as “wine cathedrals” for their gorgeous architecture.

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Next time you’re doing some wine online shopping, don’t forget to grab one of the unique Spanish vintages we have at Rollers Wine & Spirits. With 50 years as experts in the beverage industry, we have a uniquely crafted selection of vintages to provide for any occasion. Check out our online or one of our brick-and-mortar stores for your next wine order today!

By Paige Lorberbaum