While the French may have cornered the market of being known for their wine production, by the sheer volume of wine produced and consumption, Spanish wine is the king. With more land dedicated to the production of wine than any other country, they are undoubtedly the experts in fine wine. In Spain, they have been producing wines for thousands of years, with most of these being red varieties. You’ll find Spanish wine from many different regions; some of these include Catalonia, Rioja, Galicia, Castilla y Leon, Navarra, Castilla-La Mancha, Valencia, and Murcia. All of the regions offer unique growing conditions and can produce some truly excellent wines.
If you are looking for excellent red wines then choosing something from the Spanish bodegas will give you an interesting experience. While it can take some time to become familiar with the different varieties they use, if you have had an Australian Shiraz, it could be best to start your Spanish voyage with a Tempranillo wine. A Tempranillo wine will offer flavours of cherry, plum, and other dried fruit flavours, and is a staple of any wine produced in the excellent growing region of Rioja.
Spanish wine offers a unique experience for most lovers of wine. You’ll find flavours that are not seen in many other areas, while they predominantly feature red wines the Spanish bodegas also produce sparkling white, rose and white wines. At BoozeBud we aim to keep a good selection of these premium wines in stock. If we do not have the particular wine you are looking for then we’d suggest trying something from Pepperjack or 19 Crimes as they offer a similar style.
When looking for a Spanish wine for your next dinner party or event you can find a good selection at BoozeBud. We can organise an alcohol delivery and send these directly to your address in most cities across Australia including Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth and many others. For most homes and work addresses delivery will take approximately 3-5 days. However, if you're planning an event, we’d recommend ordering at least seven days in advance, to protect yourself against any unforeseen delays. If you receive your delivery and there are any damages, please take photos of the broken items and contact our customer service team. From there we’ll investigate the issues and offer you a refund for any damages.
At the time of your delivery, it is a requirement of Australian Liquor laws that it is accepted by a person over the age of eighteen (18). Our couriers are instructed to request suitable identification on delivery, if no one is available they’ll leave a card detailing how to collect your order. Often our couriers will send you a notification on the day of delivery and offer to take it directly to a collection centre if you cannot be in attendance.
In the BoozeBud online store, we offer a large selection of Australian and international wine; however, we also stock beer, brandy, gin, liqueurs, rum, vodka, and whiskey. If you need to fill out your bar, liquor cabinet, or prepare for a large event you can rely on our team to support you and send all the alcohol you need. As we have a large warehouse at our disposal, you’ll most often be able to find the products you require.
How to read Spanish Wine labels?
Spanish wine labels can be relatively easy to understand once you know how to translate the various items and what they mean. When looking at the label you’ll generally be shown eight different lines of text, these are:
- The name of the wine (e.g. Campo Viejo)
- Grape variety (e.g. Rioja)
- The quality designation of the wine (e.g. Denominación de Origen Calificada)
- The vintage (e.g. 2010)
- An ageing statement (e.g. Crianza)
- Name of the bodega
- Size
- Alcohol Content
On the rear label, you may get a blurb that contains the history of the wine. You’ll also find information relating to the producer and where the wine was bottled, sulphite levels, lot numbers, and quality assurance markers. When combined all of these can give you a lot of information about the wine you’re looking to purchase. It’ll easily show you what you can expect to taste after you open it and pour your first glass, especially if you are familiar with wines produced in the same region.
How to serve Spanish Wine?
Spanish wine is best served slightly chilled, ideally it should be between 8oC-11oC. While many people may think that simply placing it in the freezer shortly before opening will get it to the right temperature, this is not suitable and can alter the flavours of the wine. The best method is to use an ice bucket, fill it with a third of the water and topped it up with ice, this will slowly and naturally get the wine to the proper temperature.
Depending on the specific wine you purchase, some are best served after being opened for a short period, and others are best served directly from the bottle. Ideally you should pour a small amount out and check that the wine has not spoiled while inside the bottle. Spoilage often occurs due to poor storage techniques and is noticeable by discolouration and an unusual taste. For the proper storage of any wine, place it so the cork can remain wet, and keep it in a cool and dry place. If you are halfway through a bottle, replace the cork and place it in the fridge; red wine will keep for 3-5 days, and white wine for 2-3 days using this method.
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