If there is one grape variety that captures the soul of Catalonia, it must be Garnacha. Also known as Grenache in France and other wine-growing countries like Australia. This grape variety has played a big role in Mediterranean winemaking for ages. Its versatility, richness, and approachable style make it a favourite among both winemakers and wine drinkers. If you want to understand Spain through its wines, start with Garnacha. It’s a super versatile grape variety ranging from light fruit forward wines to ripe herbaceous wines. It expresses the surrounding of where it has been made very well and is easy to start drinking red wine. It pairs well with many different dishes like meats or roasted vegetables. Note: this blog is about the red variety, we dedicate a later blog to the white variety. What is Garnacha? Garnacha is one of the most widely planted red grape varieties in the world. It originated in Aragon (northeastern Spain), before spreading throughout Catalonia, Navarra, and Rioj

Discover the Best Spanish White Wine Varieties Spain is well known for its bold red wines such as Tempranillo from Rioja or Garnacha from Aragon. However, Spain also offers a wide array of white varieties. From the crisp and fresh Atlantic-influenced Albariño to the rich, full body whites of Rioja, the white wine varieties of Spain show a very diverse set of styles. Whether you enjoy something bright and refreshing or full and complex, Spain offers a bottle for every palate, and every occasion. The diversity behind Spanish white wines Spain’s geography is one of its greatest assets in terms of wine making. The climate changes dramatically from the cool and rainy northwest to the sunny and dry Mediterranean coast and the dry inland altitude. It is this diversity in climate that allows winemakers to cultivate grape varieties that express both sides of the spectrum; the freshness of mountain breezes and the ripeness of southern sun. If you are visiting Barcelona, you can experience this d

Cava is one of Spain’s most famous export products and a must-try for anyone who is visiting Barcelona. It often gets compared to champagne or prosecco, people even use the name ‘champagne’ for the whole category of sparkling wines. However, cava has its own unique identity. The secret lies in the cava production method, a traditional process that combines centuries-old craftsmanship with the character of Catalonia’s vineyards. Understanding how cava is produced makes it more enjoyable to drink, and connects you to the amazing wine culture of Catalonia. What is cava? Cava is a sparkling wine from Catalonia, with the Penedès region near Barcelona as its core. Although cava can be produced in several regions across Spain, (like Navarra) more than 90% of the production comes from Catalonia. The wine is made using the famous traditional method (methode traditionelle), which is the same wine making method used in Champagne area. This wine making method includes a second fermentation in the