During the Vi de la Passió celebrations, a wine tasting will be held featuring wines from producers in Vilalba dels Arcs in DO Terra Alta (Celler Xavier Clua, Vins del Tros, Covilalba/Celler Unió, Ecovitres, Bernaví and Bielsa Ruano), paired with local produce made by women belonging to the Dones del Món Rural association. The event will be presented by journalist Eva Vicens. It will conclude with the traditional opening of the Vi de la Passió amphorae.
Eighteen wineries from Poboleda are presenting their wines at the 15th edition of Poboleda Vins, which will be held in this town within the Priorat DOQ. The producers are: Burgos Porta, Crivellé i Valls, Genium, Hidalgo Albert, Mas Doix, Mas d’en Blei, Mas la Mola, Perinet, Sandra Doix, Terres de Vidalba, Totó Marqués, Unió, Forer Massard, Números Vermells, Pasanau, Mas de Sant Marcell, Mas d’en Just and Mussons.
A journey exploring the affinity between two worlds that complement each other perfectly. From classic pairings to more unexpected harmonies, the session will showcase how the texture, intensity and nuances of different cheeses interact with a carefully curated selection of wines.
The Fundación para la Cultura del Vino (Wine Culture Foundation) and the Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) will hold a new on-site edition of this course, which introduces the Master of Wine programme in Spain. The programme will be coordinated by Jonas Tofterup MW and will also feature MWs Mike Best, Fernando Mora and Andreas Kubach.
The Empordà region is hosting a new edition of Vivid, with a month packed with wine tourism activities to suit all tastes, such as an aroma game (11th), wine and poetry pairing (17th), a walk through the vineyards of Villamaniscle (18th), a workshop on taking ‘Instagrammable’ photos in nature (19th) and a literary tour focusing on Ramon Muntaner and Peralada, accompanied by Empordà wines (25th).
The Navarra Sommeliers Association has organised two sessions to provide an overview of the appellation through a selection of wines representing different areas, styles and winemaking approaches. On the 13th, Pilar García Granero will lead a tasting focused on whites and rosés, while on the 14th Marian Vitrián will take charge of the reds, with particular emphasis on Garnacha. Following Tuesday’s tasting, a dinner will be held at the hotel at a cost of €35 per person, payable on site. Wines – Monday, 13 April La Rocha 2024 (Amatria Vinos y Viñedos); La Viura 2023 (Máximo Abete); Alzania La Cardelina 2021; Huracán Daniela Cuvée 2021 (Bodegas San Martín); Señorío de Sarría Viñedo nº 5 Garnachas Viñas Viejas 2025; Eslava Rosé 2025; Pago de Cirsus Grand Rosé Cuvée Especial 2024; El Arrebol de la Carra Cabra 2024 (Viña Palacios); Viña Zorzal Rosado Señora de las Alturas 2023; Chivite Late Harvest 2023. Wines – Tuesday, 14 April Incólume 2024 (Tandem); La Abejera 2023 (Máximo Abete); Trifinio 2023 (Viña Palacios); Viña Zorzal Tinto Señora de las Alturas 2023; Malagata 2022 (Bodegas Eslava); SH 2023 (Finca La Cantera); Alzania El Poblado 2021; Le Naturel Lakar 2020 (Bodegas Aroa); Pago de Larrainzar Reserva Especial 2014; Ochoa Gran Reserva 2015.
On the brink of extinction in the 19th century, Xarel·lo has made a remarkable comeback to become one of the region’s defining white varieties, both for long-aged sparkling wines and natural styles. This tasting, paired with tapas, features six artisanal wines that showcase the grape’s versatility.
A tasting to appreciate the differences between a Champagne, a Corpinnat and a Crémant, featuring the following wines: Roger Coulon Heri-Hodie 1er Cru Extra-Brut (AOC Champagne), Château Marjosse Blanksy Brut Nature Blanc de Blancs 2019 (Bordeaux), Schloss Gobelsburg Brut Reserve (Kamptal, Austria), Recaredo Intens Rosat Brut Nature 2021 (Corpinnat), Sicus Spvma Noctvis (Penedès), Domaine Berthet-Bondet Crémant du Jura Brut Nature (AOC Jura) and Ca' del Bosco Cuvée Prestige Rosé 45th Edition (Franciacorta DOCG)
A guided tasting to discover sparkling wines made using the traditional method, featuring the following wines: Ancestral MussKat (Bodegas Pigar), Ancestral (Bodegas Vegamar), Les Danses (Celler del Roure), Cuvée Privée (Clos de Lôm)
Spanish and international producers such as Contador, Baynos, Marte, Ossian, Valdespino, Viña Corrales, Clos Mogador, O Luar do Sil, Pazo Señorans, Roda and Remelluri, amongst others, will be presenting their white wines at a tasting open to professionals and wine enthusiasts.
A tasting to discover France’s vast wine heritage, featuring six wines from different regions of France: Château Sainte Marguerite Symphonie Rosé 2024 (AOC Provence), R&L Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru (AOC Champagne), Riesling Heimbourg 2022 (AOC Alsace), Rossignol-Trapet Beaune 1er Cru Les Teurons 2022 (AOC Bourgogne), Clusel-Roch Côte-Rôtie Les Schistes 2021 (AOC Rhône) and Château Clos de Boüard 2022 (AOC Bordeaux)
The 13th edition of Vinofest, the Navarra wine festival, is held in Pamplona with two dozen wineries from the region, including Inurrieta, Pago de Cirsus, Castillo de Monjardín, Irache, Lezaun, Máximo Abete, Ochoa, Príncipe de Viana, San Martín, Vinos and Viña Zorzal Wines. On 23 May, Vinofest will also take place in Tudela.
Barolo is one of Italy’s great wine-producing regions. The wines produced here are made exclusively from the Nebbiolo grape variety. You can discover them at this tasting, which will take you on a tour of some of the area’s most highly regarded wineries: G. D. Vajra Coste di Rose 2019, Gillardi Barolo Vignane 2019, Roberto Voerzio Barolo La Serra 2017, Ceretto Barolo Prapò 2021, Borgogno Barolo Riserva 2018 and Fontanafredda Serralunga d'Alba Barolo Organic 2020
Are all pét-nats and ancestral wines really that funky and wild? Can they age? Why are they seen as unpredictable — or are they, in fact? And what exactly defines an ancestral wine? This tasting will feature six bottles that showcase the ancestral method with depth, elegance and a truly artisanal spirit, paired with tapas from And More’s kitchen.
Wine-making in amphorae is a traditional method that has regained popularity. The tasting will feature seven wines from Italy, Portugal, Spain and France produced using this technique: Foradori Granato 2019 (Vigneti delle Dolomiti, Italy), Susana Esteban Procura na Ânfora Blanco 2023 (Alentejo, Portugal), Raíces del Avia RA Ánfora 2024 (DO Ribeiro), Le Vignoble du Rêveur Un Instant sur Terre 2023 (AOC Alsace), Niepoort Nat Cool Voyeur 2022 (Douro, Portugal), Domaine de l'Ecu Ange 2020 (Loire, France) and Tardieu-Laurent Côtie Rôtie Le Goût du Lieu 2020 (AOC Rhône)
With its extremely steep vineyards, heroic viticulture, and a philosophy of winemaking deeply rooted in the landscape, Adega Algueira is one of the benchmark producers in Ribeira Sacra. Today they bring a selection of their wines to Bilbao, including a new release fresh from the cellar, which will be accompanied by some light bites.
A comprehensive workshop to explore Rioja wines in depth and the differences between Rioja Clásico and modern Rioja.
The term ‘New World’ refers to wine-producing countries outside the traditional regions of Europe: the United States, Canada, Argentina, Chile, Mexico, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, amongst others. The following wines will be tasted: Zuccardi Concreto 2022, Michelini i Mufatto Sierra de las Palmas Pinot Noir 2020, Garage Wine Co. Truquilemu Vineyard Carignan 2018, Ata Rangi McCrone Pinot Noir 2018, The Sadie Family Treinspoor 2023, Stolpman Combe Trousseau Red 2024 and Torbreck The Steading 2019
Presentation of Pere Audí’s book "The Golden Age of the Vineyard in the Priorat (1876–1896): The Failure of a Model", published by Lo Diable Gros.
Set amidst natural surroundings and overlooking the Els Guiamets reservoir, nestled between the Llaberia and Montalt ranges and the Tivissa mountains, the wineries in the village of Els Guiamets invite you to discover their wines, accompanied by tapas prepared by the local restaurant and live music.
Guided tastings and a culinary offering provided by Ca l’Anton, as well as live music and children’s activities.
The Verema Experience reaches Malaga this month with an exhibition featuring around 20 exhibitors, including wineries and regulatory bodies such as Dimobe, Bentomiz, Quitapenas, Cortijo La Fuente and Designations of Origin (DO) such as Valdeorras, Ribera del Duero and Manchuela, amongst others, as well as guided tastings from the DO Valencia and Sabor a Málaga.
A trade fair featuring 50 wineries, mostly Spanish, with a significant presence of wineries from Navarra. Around 15% are from countries such as France, Italy, Portugal and Germany.
A tasting exploring everything from skin maceration to ageing in barrel or amphora, including pét-nats and unfiltered wines. The aim is to reveal just how diverse Verdejo can be when it’s crafted with soul rather than marketing.
More than 50 producers from the DOQ Priorat and DO Montsant appellations, as well as a number of guest producers, present their white wines at the 24th edition of Tast de Blancs, organised by Aguiló Vinateria – Vins i Licors Jané.
A sherry tasting to explore its diversity, aromas, ageing process and character. Light snacks will be served during the tasting.
