Spanish Wine

Spanish Wines from Great Wines Direct

Wines produced in Spain have long been known around the world, although not all have enjoyed a good reputation in recent years. Spain has more than 1.17 million hectares of vineyards, and this has earned it the honour of being the nation with the most widely planted wine producing areas, however, in terms of production, it only ranks 3rd in the world, following France and Italy. The main reason for this is that the old vines are widely spaced and only produce low yields due to the infertile and dry soil that is found in so many of Spain's wine producing regions.

Spain has many native varieties of grape, and there are more than 400 different grape varieties planted across the country. Despite this, 80% of the wine produced here comes from just 20 different types of grape, including the well-known red Garnacha, Monastrell, and Tempranillo varieties, and the white Albarino, Palomino, Macabeo, and Airen varieties. There are also three types of grapes used to make cava: Parellada, Macabeo, and Xarel-lo.

The best known Spanish regions for wine production include Ribera del Duero and Rioja, both of which are famous for Tempranillo varieties. Rias Baixas, to the north-west of Galicia, is also known for producing fine white wine from the Albarino grape.

The most prevalent grape variety in Spain is the airen, which is known for its resistance to drop and its hardiness. The wines made using this grape are very high in alcohol and are also prone to oxidation. The next most frequently seen grape is the Tempranillo, which comes under a number of local names.

Today’s Spanish wine industry is becoming more modern, and this has led to more international varieties of grape being introduced to blends, including the ever-popular Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay grapes.

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Red 14

Finca Bacara, Time Waits For No One, White Skulls, Jumilla 2024 75cl £16.09

A spicy, punchy and moreish red with attractive floral aromas, vibrant fruit compote and vanilla notes in the background, full-flavoured and juicy

Rose 12.5

Nivarius, Lia Pet-Nat Rosado 2024 75cl £19.08

A refreshing pale rose with a gentle natural sparkle enveloping fragrant aromas of juicy apple, pear, wild strawberry and a touch of floral blossom

Rose 12

Bodegas la Purisima, Campules La Pelirroja, Rose NV 75cl £10.42

Pale-salmon in colour, this refreshing rose is soft, light and fruity with delicate aromas of ripe strawberry and tangy red fruits through to a moreish finish

Rose 11

Llopart, Penedes, Corpinnat, Rose Brut Reserva, 2022 75cl £25.72

Llopart's Rosé Brut Reserva showcases the precision and heritage of Corpinnat, Penedès's most rigorous sparkling wine designation. This vintage displays a delicate salmon hue with persistent fine bubbles, delivering crisp red fruit notes of strawberry and raspberry, balanced by mineral acidity and a dry, elegant finish. Crafted using traditional méthode champenoise with extended ageing on lees, it offers complexity and refinement worthy of celebration or pairing with seafood and charcuterie. A benchmark expression of Catalan sparkling excellence.

Red 13

Bodegas Ondarre, Ondarre, Rioja, Graciano 2023 75cl £16.85

Gamey and savoury aromas prelude a densely flavoured palate with blackberry and blueberry flavours, rich and robust

Red 14

Finca Bacara, Time Waits For No One, Stone Elephant, Jumilla 2022 75cl £16.99

A superb example of Monastrell, with its powerful and intense nose of ripe black fruits supported by subtle hints of oak spice and black pepper Balanced and warm with a lovely savoury note on the palate

White 13

Bodegas Vina Cartin, Ruta 49 Albarino 2024 75cl £17.63

A fresh and zesty Albarino, showing bright citrus and peachy fruit aromas, layered with herbaceous notes and a touch of spice Lightly textured and beautifully balanced with a lively, moreish finish

Red 13

Ailala, Souson, Ribeiro 2022 75cl £19.80

Ailala's Souson from Ribeiro showcases the distinctive character of this lesser-known Galician white wine region. The 2022 vintage captures crisp minerality and subtle stone fruit notes, with the region's signature herbaceous undertones. Souson grapes deliver a lean, elegant profile, ideal for seafood, light poultry, or as an aperitif. A thoughtful choice for those seeking authentic Spanish whites beyond the mainstream.

White 14.5

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J Chivite Family Estates Coleccion 125 Vendimia Tardia Half Bottle 2021 37.5cl £27.56

This natural sweet wine is produced from the best "Moscatel de Grano Menudo" grapes, from Chivite's vineyard "El Candelero", planted in 1969 and handpicked in 12 separate selections, from October to December The must is fermented naturally in French oak barrels, which gives the wine great ageing potential The wine has a lovely golden colour, intense and bright Beautiful on the palate with acacia, sandalwood, candied fruit - elegant, and multi-layered Lovely balance of acidit, sweet and fruit - leads to fig and honey on the finish

White 13.5

Vinos de Encostas by Xose Lois Sebio Village, Ribeiro 2022 75cl £27.97

A richly textured and complex wine with intense floral and citrus notes complemented by distinct minerality through to a vibrant saline finish

White 13.5

Vinos de Encostas by Xose Lois Sebio, Mais Ala, Godello 2022 75cl £39.24

White 14

Vinos de Encostas by Xose Lois Sebio, O Con, Albarino 2022 75cl £39.22

An intense and aromatic example of Spain s iconic variety, Albarino Citrus fruits combine with floral notes and vanilla oak in this deliciously opulent, creamy wine

Red 13.8

Bodegas Verum Ulterior Graciano Parcela No 17 Organic 2018 75cl £20.83

An AWESOME wine, this displays a thrilling combination of violet, black pepper and star anise aromas, with complex layers of black cherry coulis, leather and liquorice The maturation in large clay 'tinajas' gives fabulously supple, silky texture without obscuring Graciano's highly distinctive, soaring bright fruit and spice flavours Long, spicy finish This is such an exciting wine, and we enthusiastically endorse it

Red 14

Jimbro Origen Red 75cl £19.27 £21.67

JIMBRO Origen red is carefully crafted from indigenous grape varieties, this wine stands as a testament to its homeland, offering a sensory journey that celebrates the very heart of Spanish viticulture. Savour the exquisite fusion of Brunal, J Garcia, Rufete, and Malvasia, masterfully intertwined to create a symphony of flavours in this rich, deep red wine. With every sip, immerse yourself in the authentic essence that epitomises traditional Spanish winemaking.

White 14

Jimbro Origen Blanco 75cl £19.27 £21.67

JIMBRO Origen Blanco is a delightful blend mainly made from the Puesta en Cruz grape, a very exclusive grape grown on vines planted at the beginning of the 20th century after phylloxera destroyed all the vineyards in Arribes del Duero. Aroma - Fresh, clean, elegant, with fresh fruit. Palate - Elegant with fresh fruit. The tannins are well-integrated and silky.

White 12

Pere Ventura Vintage Brut Gran Reserva Cava 2017 75cl £35.21

"This is a signature cava, which unites the body and structure of the XarelA·lo with the floral and fruity qualities of the Chardonnay The result is a fine, harmonious and subtle cava, whose expressive aromas, creamy touch, and exquisite character are seductive Appearance: straw colored hue with golden highlights, packed with tiny, fine beads rising like a rosary to form a crown on the surface On the nose: surprisingly powerful, expressive aromas of yellow flowers, combined with aniseed-infused herbaceous notes such as fennel, characteristic of the XarelA·lo grape variety On the palate: creamy, lingering and intense with buttery overtones of butterscotch and a bitter almond finish This cava's creamy, velvety texture is without a doubt very beguiling"