Spain – Tempranillo, Garnacha, and the Power of Tradition

Spain boasts a dynamic wine culture with a reverence for both innovation and heritage. Rioja, the most iconic region, is synonymous with Tempranillo—a grape that yields structured, savory reds with red berry, leather, and vanilla from oak aging. Ribera del Duero also produces powerful, age-worthy expressions of Tempranillo, known locally as Tinto Fino.

Garnacha (Grenache) flourishes in regions like Priorat and Campo de Borja, delivering ripe, spicy reds. Albariño from Rías Baixas on the Atlantic coast offers crisp, aromatic whites perfect for seafood. With its diverse climates—from arid plateaus to lush coasts—Spain crafts wines that are bold, expressive, and deeply rooted in regional identity.

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