Understanding castilla y león

Albariño. It’s easy to grow and full of racy acidity, and there’s a lot of love for it among consumers. It’s no wonder this Galician super-grape is making converts of winemakers the world over

The Rías Baixas wine region is in Galicia, on the northwest tip of Spain. Its proximity to the Atlantic means high rainfall and cool temperatures, and with its deeply verdant landscapes and wild cragg

Picture rolling orchards, historic presses and lively cider halls, and you’ve got the pint-sized Spanish province of Asturias. Sidra is at the core of life here, so get to know its lore and customs before you visit.

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Each month our editorial team tastes a lot of wine, but not all of it makes it onto the page. So here’s our in-house pick of other great wines we’ve tried

A new project highlighting significant stops on Spain’s cultural routes serves up some little-heard histories and fewer crowds