Extremadura

Extremadura is a wine region in Spain.

The signature grape is Tempranillo, backed by Cayetana.

The climate is continental, running mediterranean.

Red wine, white wine and rosé wine, plus one more is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows crisp and refreshing, showcasing local varieties, bright and vibrant and perfect for warm weather, plus two more.

Quality is codified by the Vino de la Tierra and the DO Ribera del Guadiana, which is worth reading off the label.

The named areas within are Ribera del Guadiana.

Pour them alongside grilled meats, sautéed vegetables, seafood paella and iberian ham.

In the glass.

White: Crisp and refreshing, Showcasing local varieties.

Rosé: Bright and vibrant, Perfect for warm weather.

Sparkling: Traditional sparkling wines, Influenced by cava styles.

Grapes planted here.

Classifications.

• Vino de la Tierra
• DO Ribera del Guadiana

Bottles to look for.

• Alvear Palacio Quemado Crianza, Ribera del Guadiana, Spain
• Alvear Palacio Quemado La Zarcita Vino de la Tierra de Extremadura, Spain
• Alvear Palacio Quemado Los Acilates Vino de la Tierra de Extremadura, Spain
• Alvear Palacio Quemado Reserva, Ribera del Guadiana, Spain
• Beso Extremeno Licor de Bellota, Extremadura, Spain
• Bodegas Habla 'Habla de la Tierra', Extremadura, Spain
• Bodegas Habla 'Habla de Ti', Extremadura, Spain
• Bodegas Habla 'Habla del Mar', Extremadura, Spain

At the table.

• Grilled meats
• Sautéed vegetables
• Seafood paella
• Iberian ham

Inside the region.

Nearby regions.

Extremadura: common questions

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