The Denominación de Origin de Somontano is well worth getting to know. It is Nestled at the base of the Pyrenees in the Province of Huesca in the Aragon region of Spain. As such this Northernly area is colder than most Spanish regions and features grape varieties more usually associated with it’s neighbour France. They … Continue reading D.O. Somontano
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Viñas del Vero Gewürztraminer 2018
Third wine from the Madrid & Darracott Cheese and Wine Tasting. A Gewürztraminer from Somontano Denominación in the Huesca province in North East Spain. Gewürztraminer is one of my favourite grapes because it tastes exactly like one would expect alcoholic grape juice to be like and can slide down the throat with ease. Medium Lemon … Continue reading Viñas del Vero Gewürztraminer 2018
Pirineos Blanco 2017
This was the first in four wines at the Colourwines.com wine and chocolate tasting at Tomovinos Barrio Salamanca, and it was an absolute gem! A buttery Chardonnay 😋😋. OK I know what you're thinking. Why all the excitement over a buttery Chardonnay? What you have to understand is that here in Spain this is a … Continue reading Pirineos Blanco 2017