Spain is one of Europe's most dynamic and exciting wine-producing countries, and that's no surprise when you consider the fact that wine plays a key role in Spanish culture. Here's what you need to ...

When the Spanish Wine Scholar study and certification program was launched in October of last year, courses were taught both online and in-person at wine schools in the United States, United Kingdom, ...

“When’s the last time you ordered a Spanish wine in a restaurant?” asks Vince Friend. I need a moment. When’s the last time I ate at Aioli Bodega Española or Tapa the World, Sacramento restaurants ...

Using older methods and sometimes forgotten grapes, these producers hope to reveal the magic of the terroir to a new generation of consumers. By Eric Asimov Top growers and producers have focused on ...

In general, many wine labels on most Spanish wines make sense. Often, you’ll find the name of the grape used to make the wine. You’ll also often find the name of the region where the wine comes from ...

Location matters when it comes to finding a bargain. Whether it’s real estate, hotels or often even restaurants, some places cost less. The same is often true with wine. You often pay a lot more for ...

Years ago, before I ginned up the courage to venture into wine shops regularly, I used to pick up bottles of a Spanish red called Sangre de Toro at the grocery store. Each one came with a tiny plastic ...

– Rioja is Spain’s most celebrated wine region. However, there are actually three unique districts that compose the Rioja: the two cooler climates of Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa, and the balmier ...

Right or wrong, French wines seem to conjure up images of wood-paneled studies where “serious” oenophiles sip Burgundy and debate Bordeaux futures. Italian wine perceptions run the gamut — you’ve got ...

I first met Alvaro Palacios in 1989 when I was freelancing for the Wine Spectator magazine. That job required me to visit dozens of wineries, and I was even obligated to taste wine. Palacios, a ...

Spanish wine is now the most popular in the world, says a new report. But the good news for Spain is clouded by the fact that most of its wines are commonly sold in bulk, instead of bottled -- and ...

Great bottles are being made all over the world, but right now no country’s are as exciting or compelling as Spain’s. By Eric Asimov These new spots provide a perfect escape from New York City in ...