In this episode, Angus O’Loughlin and Master Sommelier Carlos Santos delve into the diverse world of Spanish wines, shining a spotlight on lesser-known regions and grape varieties. They discuss the distinct characteristics of wines from Galicia, Ribera del Duero, and Montsant, offering personal insights and expert tips on wine tasting and pairing. Their conversation showcases the richness of Spanish wine culture and the rewards of venturing beyond well-known regions.

Key Takeaways:

• Spanish wines are often misunderstood in Australia.
• Galicia boasts a cooler climate and terraced vineyards.
• Caíño Tinto is an elegant yet lesser-known grape variety.
• Ribera del Duero is renowned for bold, age-worthy wines.
• Tannins can vary significantly between different wines within the same DOC.
• Vega Sicilia is a prestigious Spanish wine worth collecting.
• Montsant offers excellent value compared to its neighbour, Priorat.
• Exploring new wine regions can lead to unexpected discoveries.

YouTube:

https://youtu.be/RzsZV7x_yz0?si=8cQKlVOxrUDobr0u

Sponsors:

• RIEDEL 'Performance' Syrah/Shiraz: https://www.riedel.com/en-au/shop/performance/syrah-shiraz-688400041
• Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Socials

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gotsommepodcast

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gotsomme

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Spanish Wines

03:11 Exploring Northern Spanish Wine Regions

06:00 Diving into Ribera del Duero

08:48 Personal Connections to Spanish Wines

11:50 Tasting and Pairing Spanish Wines

15:02 Favorite Spanish Wines and Closing Thoughts

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.