Spanish & Portuguese
Coverage of wine production across the Iberian Peninsula. Articles detail regions from Rioja to Douro, including sherry, port, and Madeira traditions.
Douro: Port
Port wine is a fortified Portuguese drink with deep English ties, made in the Douro region and aged to perfection.
History and Qualities of Madeira Wine
Madeira wine from Portugal is a fortified wine that keeps well open and offers rich flavours at affordable prices, with a history tied to global trade.
Portuguese Wine Regions
Portugal produces distinctive wines from 500 native grape varieties across regions like the ancient Douro Valley, famous for Port and Madeira.
Spanish Wine Regions
Spain produces world-class wines beyond Rioja and Sherry, from lesser-known regions like Ribera del Duero and Priorato.
The Jerez Region of Spain and Sherry Production
How sherry wine became Spain's most prized fortified export, with centuries of history tied to the Jerez region.
The Rioja Region and Wine Production
Rioja wines from Spain offer bold, fruity reds made with Tempranillo grapes that deliver quality flavour at middle-range prices.