Wine

If the easy way to go for you with a beverage is Sangria, you got it all wrong. There is nothing in common between the drink you may have in your local restaurant back home and a real glass of sangria. In Spain, sangria is everywhere but it’s always a big deal. Here is why….

  Easy to drink, fresh, and affordable, the Vinho verde is one of the most iconic wines you can try in Portugal. It’s considered the perfect refreshment after a long day visiting Portugal, and a wine with plenty of secrets to uncover. In short, you can’t visit Portugal without trying the Vinho verde.   Just…

País Vasco, or Basque Country, is a region in northern Spain known for its independent spirit, delicious pintxos, and fun-loving people. One thing that it’s not known well for is its wine, a tradition that has been a part of the region’s identity for centuries. As we move along with our Spanish Wine by Region…

Vermouth is making a comeback in Spain, and for a good reason. This isn’t the bottle of liquor that you remember your parents had on hand to make cocktails occasionally. Spanish vermouth stands out on its own, bursting with complexity and flavor. In cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and others, vermouth bars showcase some of the…

As we continue discovering Spanish wine by region, we are heading to the heart of Spain: Madrid! In this installment we are going to talk about DO Vinos de Madrid, Wines of Madrid, the wine region in the the south of Madrid province. Let’s take a look at what makes this DO unique and the…

One of the wonderful things about Spain is that you can get a delicious drink any time of the day, no problem. Having a drink is something for enjoyment, so it can accompany lunch, dinner, or be an afternoon treat. Here are 8 popular Spanish drinks that the locals love, and you will, too. Cerveza…

No doubt that one of the greatest things about traveling to a new place is getting to sample the local food and drink. Cuisine is central to culture, so to get a real taste of a new place you have to indulge a bit. If you want to blend in like a local, here are…

Moving along with our series on Spanish wine, we are now diving into the world of Rioja wines! These wines come from the autonomous regions of La Rioja and Navarre. Wines that hail from La Rioja are famous around the world for their quality and taste. Rioja is a DOCa, Denominación de Origen Calificada, which is…

Without a doubt, sangria is Spain’s most popular drink, of which it gets recognition around the world. Sangria is a summertime staple to help beat the heat, but this drink is a sure crowd-pleaser any time of year. Try this fresh and delicious sangria recipe that is as classic as they come. This authentic recipe…

In Part 2 of our series of exploring the world of Spanish wine, we are taking a closer look at Catalan wines! Wines from Catalonia are famous around the world for their full-bodied taste, high alcohol content, and distinct grape varietals when compared to other Spanish wines. Catalan wines are just as passionate as the…