Planning a trip to Spain? Looking to learn a bit more about Spanish wine? Wanting a few suggestions for the weekend? The Crush On This team has what you need! Following are our recent YouTube videos that introduce you to Spanish wines. We cover wine labels (that artwork!), regions and varieties to explore. Enjoy the videos at your leisure or go ahead and binge them all! Remember to subscribe to our channel for more… Gracias!
Spanish Wine Basics for Beginners – Spanish Wine Labels
Wine labels play an important role when buying wine. But when a label is in a foreign language, it can be confusing. Luckily, Spanish wines are easier to understand than others. With a few tips and bit of knowledge about key terms, you’ll be ready to shop for your next bottle of Spanish wine. In this episode, we take a look at how to read a Spanish wine label to help you start to understanding these memorable wines.
Elegant and Vibrant – Albariño from Rías Baixas, Spain
Winemaking in Rías Baixas dates back thousands of years, but only during the past few decades has the region established a global reputation as a producer of high-quality wines from its signature grape, Albariño. In this episode, we explore this compelling region in northwest Spain and suggest a few beautiful wines to try.
Verdejo, The White Wine from Spain’s Rueda
Spain’s most popular white grape is Verdejo. And while popular across the country, Verdejo is native to the region of Rueda in Castilla Y Leon. The team travels (virtually) to Rueda to explore these aromatic, elegant wines with lively acidity that drink well on their own but pair best with foods ranging from oysters to Pad Thai. Start pouring!
Tempranillo, The Red Wine from Spain’s Ribera del Duero
Tempranillo, “the little early one” is the most known grape of Spain. Grown just about everywhere in the country, it is Ribera del Duero where Tempranillo reigns. In this episode, we journey to Ribera del Duero and explore the different styles of Tempranillo from a few producers.
Red, White, Rose Wines from Rioja
Raise a glass if you think Rioja only produces red wine. Certainly, it’s known for its red wines, but there are white and rose wines from Rioja, too. In this episode, the crew learn more about this beautiful region in Spain and share a few wines… not all of which are red!
Everything You Need to Know About Sherry Wine
Do you think Sherry is something only grandmothers drink? Think again! Do you think all Sherry is sweet? Not so! There’s so much to discover about Sherry so join us as we explore this fortified wine from Spain. From cocktails to food pairings, Sherry wine offers much to the modern wine drinker. Join us as we discuss how Sherry is made, learn about the different styles and tastes, and understand how best to enjoy it.
Get to Know the Lesser-Known Spanish Wine Regions
There are dozens of wine regions in Spain. Well-known regions include Ribera del Duero, Rueda, Rioja, Rías Baixas, and Jerez. But there are many smaller regions to discover, too. In this episode we talk about the lesser-known Spanish wine regions, such as Penedés, Sierras de Málaga, Toro, and Ribeira Sacra and share a few favorite wines.
There’s so much for wine lovers to explore in Spain. Thanks for coming along!
Cheers! ~ Cindy
