{"id":13945,"date":"2017-03-25T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-03-24T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.invinic.com\/how-to-explore-spanish-wine-on-a-budget"},"modified":"2017-10-05T14:44:45","modified_gmt":"2017-10-05T12:44:45","slug":"how-to-explore-spanish-wine-on-a-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.invinic.com\/en\/how-to-explore-spanish-wine-on-a-budget","title":{"rendered":"How to explore Spanish wine on a budget"},"content":{"rendered":"
Spain makes some of the <\/span>best wine in the world<\/span><\/a>. From superstar regions like <\/span>Rioja<\/span><\/a> and Ribera del Duero to legendary producers like <\/span>Vega Sicilia<\/span><\/a> and Pingus, Spanish wine has no shortage of fanfare. Exploring Spanish wine is a fun and rewarding pursuit, but be warned: fine wine and a tight budget can be a dangerous mix! Rockstar regions and icon producers are great, but your wallet will go a lot further by moving a little off the beaten track and exploring some of Spain\u2019s hidden gems.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Big names like <\/span>Toro<\/span><\/a>, Priorat, Rueda and Cava are popular with many wine lovers. There is good value to be had in these regions, of course, but it can sometimes be difficult to spot a bargain. With so many wines produced here, and producers all too aware of the cach\u00e9 held by these regional distinctions, you may find yourself paying a little over the odds. At the very least, it can be difficult to find a bargain.<\/span><\/p>\n The good news is that Spain is huge, and there are lots of other fantastic wine regions here whose wines are undervalued on the market. With these wines you\u2019re virtually guaranteed to find a great quality\/price ratio, and reap the added benefits of trying something new and expanding your palate!<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The DO of Calatayud lies south of the river Ebro, in the general vicinity of bigger names like Rioja and Ribera del Duero. Garnacha, Tempranillo and Cari\u00f1ena are widely planted here. The wines are generally inexpensive and everyday, but there are premium wines and they are seriously worth seeking out. A high-end Calatayud wine will offer a superb quality\/price ratio when compared with a similarly priced wine from one of the more celebrated local regions.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Yecla DO is part of the Levante region on Spain\u2019s Mediterranean coast, to the south of Catalunya. The history of wine here dates back to the Phoenicians, yet the region remains relatively unknown, even when compared to its humble neighbour Jumilla. Like Jumilla, the Monastrell grape is dominant here. Monastrell is often blended with international grape varieties and vinified using carbonic maceration, which contribute to a very accessible fruit-driven style of wine.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Established as a DO in 2002, Montsant is located in the Tarragona region of Spain. The region is a favourite of wine magazines and critics, as it offers superb quality and makes for a more affordable alternative to Spain\u2019s leading fine wine regions.<\/span><\/p>\n3 bargain Spanish wine regions to explore<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Calatayud<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Yecla<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Montsant<\/strong><\/h2>\n