Celebrated for producing outstanding reds, whites and orange wines, Spain is a must-visit destination for any wine lover. For anyone tempted to investigate the sensational wine-making country in person, we have put together a list of the top 5 wine villages to see.
Haro is a pretty little town in the most iconic wine region of Spain, Rioja. It truly could not be more appropriately placed for wine lovers, lying close to the most highly renowned wineries in the area. In fact, it is here that you will find the highest concentration of old wineries on the planet.
While Haro is bite-size and easy to explore on foot, it also has plenty to offer in the realm of romantic plazas, enchanting architecture and a fantastic food scene. The Rioja region itself is famed for producing some of the finest reds in the world that are known for their notes of plum, cherry and vanilla.
Andalusia is another of the most sought-after wine regions of Spain. The small town of Jerez de la Frontera makes a brilliant base for exploring the so-called Sherry Triangle, the region’s famous trio of towns renowned for producing sherry wines.
Jerez de la Frontera is brimming with buzzing local bodegas and bars where you can take sherry wine tours galore. The vineyards sprawl all over Andalusia, where you will find white villages nestled amongst the grapes and olive groves in an enchanting display of Italian landscapes.
An enchanting town in the region of Catalunya, Falset has made quite a name for itself on the world stage thanks to its local wine festival known as La Fira del Vi. The yearly event offers a wonderful introduction into the region’s sensational wine culture with tastings galore along with great food and music.
Beyond the festival, Falset is commonly recognised as the epicentre of wine culture in Priorat and makes a fantastic place for going on wine tours in Spain. Nearby vineyards include Mas Martinet which produces everything from deep, mature reds to zesty orange wines.
Navarra is a historic town known for its extraordinary gothic castles, cobbled streets, gorgeous medieval architecture and, of course, fantastic wine. Fantastic vineyards and bodegas speckle throughout the region of Navarra, so you will have your pick of wine tours.
What’s more, this is one of the famous tempranillo wine regions of Spain. So, you will find an abundance of vineyards producing wine from this popular grape variety.
Despite its size, the little village of Villaescusa de Haro is rather famous thanks to its rich historical heritage. The area’s enchanting Gothic-Renaissance architecture is nothing short of breathtaking and attracts many admirers from all over the world.
Yet, it’s not just the architecture that appeals to tourists. Villaescusa de Haro is located in one of the best wine regions of Spain, La Mancha. The area is recognised for producing outstanding wines using grapes such as Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Airen.
The sweeping landscapes of Portugal are renowned for producing some of the finest wines in the world. Flourishing with unique grape varieties, this beautiful part of the world lends itself perfectly to budding wine enthusiasts.
Daydreaming of visiting Spain’s rolling vineyards and sampling world-class wines in their place of origin? Experience it all first-hand on a Spanish wine tour. Wine Paths offers a fantastic range of packages that guide you through the finest wines in the country.
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