Wine tasting in spain??

clift2008

Hi folks,

Anyone done a wine tasting in spain?

I would love some advice/ direction.

I would like to do a 3/4 day wine tasting.

I would prefer as rustic as possible, trying to avoid corporate angle on it.

Many thanks!!

ronan

sarkozy

Do you want to see Bodegas? Or just taste?

I haven't done formal tasting in Spain, but if France is anything to go by, there may be their equivalent of France's 'Maisons du Vin' - effectively a viticulturalists' union. We did a tasting in Bordeaux and it was excellent. I'm sure there's a similar offering in Lisbon, so no reason why these aren't also in Spain.

I found it excellent because it's where French winemakers, tasters, etc. train. It's non-commercial, the wine you taste is very good. Equipped with the knowledge gained in the classroom, you hit the road and follow your palette!

You may consider hitting the lesser-known regions, too. Rioja, I'm sure, is splendid, but why not visit the Ribera del Duero?

clift2008

thanks so much mr sarkozy!

i want to see a bodega as would like some nice scenery around

how did you find the winery in bordeaux?

I would love to find really rustic wineries, small if possible.

I know I'm asking you to answer the impossible so apologies!!