Francisco Barona: producer profile
The background of one of Spain's most promising winemakers...
Spain
Key regions: Rioja | Ribera del Duero | Rías Baixas | Priorat
Two of the most widely grown grapes in Spain are Garnacha and Tempranillo.
There are many other grapes grown here though, from Carignan to Chardonnay.
It’s traditional to age Spanish wines for a long time in oak barrels. Many wines in Spain are defined by their ageing criteria, based on the minimum length of time the wine is aged in both barrel and bottle.
These include Joven, Crianza, Reserva and Gran Reserva.
Latest Spanish wine content:
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The wines that made Rioja famous: panel tasting results
The results show consistent quality for wine drinkers...
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Nomad winemaker: Why I make wine in Spain
The nomadic nature of my project dictates that I am always on the move, but Spain is a country that I will keep coming back to...
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Expert's choice: Ribera del Duero wines under £30
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Vega Sicilia invests €20m in Galicia white wine plan
Project is set to focus on Albariño...
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Investing in Spanish wine: a market waiting in the wings
There’s good action among collectors, but the investment focus remains on the two Ribera del Duero big-hitters
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Viñedo Singular: panel tasting results
The first Decanter tasting of its kind, both reds and whites performed very well.
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Utiel Requena, the historic lands of Bobal
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The diversity of Rioja in six wines
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Garnacha is on a roll in Rioja: 10 wines to try
Why it's an exciting time for Garnacha in Rioja...
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Who's who in Rioja wine: people to know
Key influencers to know in Rioja...
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Investing in Rioja: a fine wine market taking off
Looking at the past and future of the fine wine market for Rioja...
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Ageability in Rioja: 2001 & 2010
Drink or keep? Comparing the excellent 2001 and 2010 vintages...
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My favourite Riojas: sommelier picks
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What's hot in Rioja
The dynamic changes happening in the region...
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Gramona: producer profile and latest releases tasted
Learn about the iconic Spanish sparkling winery
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Vega Sicilia: producer profile and latest releases tasted
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Sarah Jane Evans MW: My top 10 Spanish fine wines of 2021
Best bottles from the year's tastings...
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Port and Sherry importers incensed by UK duty tax plans
Port and Sherry lovers would be penalised, say trade leaders...
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Unfortified Jerez wines: 12 top Palominos worth seeking out
The revitalisation of the region’s traditional still Palominos...
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Emilio Moro: producer profile and latest releases tasted
Latest wines rated...
