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Cabarnet Sauvignon Merlot Simonsig

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| Andalucia
| Aragon
| Baleares (Balearic Islands)
| Canarias (Carnaries)
| Castilla La Mancha
| Castilla y Leon
| Cataluna
| Comunidad Valenciana
| Extremadura
| Galicia
| Madrid
| Murcia
| Navarra
| Rioja

 

One of the largest area under vines in the entire world. This vast country is diverse in its traditions and culture which is also reflected in the wines. A number of styles are produced ranging from light dry whites, heavy full bodied reds to dessert and fortified wines in the form of sherry.

A mix of international and local grape varieties are grown in different parts with their own geographical and climatic influences.

 

Andalucia

The southernmost of Spain's autonomous regions, encompassing eight provinces and the DO regions of Jerez, Malaga, Montilla-Moriles and Condado de Huelva.

 

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Aragon

Wines of Aragon have traditionally been highly alcoholic (as much as 18%) red wines predominantly made from the Garnacha grape. Most are sold for blending to make lighter wines. Large co-operatives dominate production.

 

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Baleares (Balearic Islands)

The Balearic Islands have some 2,500 hectares of vines and produce red and white wines from, mainly, local grape varieties.

 

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Canarias (Carnaries)

Wines from the Canary Islands are made from Listan Negro and Negramoll grapes (for the reds) and Listan Blanco (for the whites). The mediocre wine for the tourist trade is slowly being replaced by more interesting products much subsidized by the regional government.

 

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Castilla La Mancha

Almost half of Spain's total wine production comes from the vast central plateau of Castilla La Mancha. Most vines are grown by smallholders and much of the output is vinified by co-operatives.

 

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Castilla y Leon

Castille and Leon (or Castilla y Leon as it is known in Spain) is the largest of the 17 autonomous Spanish regions. A regional variant on the red Tempranillo vine (called Tinta del Pais, Tinto Fino and Tinto Toro) is the chief good quality grape of the area.

 

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Cataluna

In addition to producing the majority of Spain's Cava, Catalonia produces a variety of wines from traditional, powerful reds to cool-fermented dry whites. Catalonia has also long been an important center for cork production and is a particularly important source of corks for sparkling wines.

 

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Comunidad Valenciana

Historically, Valencia has been a bulk exporter of wine. Recently, however, there has been considerable investment to improve quality. For red wines, Cencible (Tempranillo) and for white, Macabeo vines are planted. A speciality is Moscatel de Valencia which may be fortified.

 

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Extremadura

One of the 17 autonomous regions of Spain and the country's fourth most important wine region. Most of the wine is sold in bulk for distillation and ends up as Brandy de Jerez.

 

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Galicia

One of the wettest parts of Iberia. Vines flourish in these humid conditions and yields are unequalled anywhere else in Spain. Local whites are based on complex blends dominated by Treixadura and Torrontes, while reds from native varieties are also made.

 

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Madrid

The Spanish capital of Madrid is less well known as a wine denomination. The DO Vinos de Madrid forms a semicircle around the southern suburbs. The wine rarely leaves the city's cafes and bars.

 

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Murcia

The ancient region of Murcia was known for its heavy red wines which had a tendency to oxidise. The predominant grape of the area is Monastrell.

 

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Navarra

Wines from Navarra are, mostly, red with white wine accounting for less than 5% of the total output. A variety of grapes are planted including Garnacha, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.

 

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Rioja

There are vineyards along much of the River Ebro from the Cantabrian Mountains to the Mediterranean Sea, but the finest wines come from its upper reaches, in the region of Rioja. The region takes its name from the Rio Oja, a tributary of the Rio Ebro.

 

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Fra Giuseppe Winebar

At Fra Giuseppe we stock a wide range of wines from all over the world for your enjoyment. Served in a distinctively friendly and welcome environment that our staff are so recognized for, you are sure to find the right taste to excite your taste buds.

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