This month the intrepid #WorldWineTravel group of bloggers continues its 2021 virtual exploration of Spain with a visit to Murcia and Valencia, a relatively unknown wine regions in south-eastern Spain. I’m writing about a wine from the Jumilla (pronounced who-ME-ah), the most eminent of Murcia’s wine regions. Murcia is bordered by Andalusia, Castilla-La Mancha, Valencia…
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Wines of Spain Smackdown – 8 Spanish Reds under $20 Blind-tasted!
The theme for the most recent gathering of the Pacific Point Wine Club (“PPWTC” was “Wines of Spain”. The PPWTC is entering its third year, and going strong. Initially we met every couple of months, but based on popular demand, we now meet every 6 weeks or so. It’s been so gratifying to see folks…
Value Alert! – Outstanding Spanish Wine For $11!
From time to time I come across a wine with a surprisingly good quality/price ratio (‘QPR”). The 2007 Bodegas Castaño Yecla Solanera Viñas Viejas , a Spanish wine from the Yecla D.O., is such a wine. I purchased this bottle from my favorite wine store, K&L Wine Merchants. Not familiar with the Yecla region of Spain? Join the…