The hum of a Madrid wine bar, the scent of garlic in the air, the clink of glasses… this is Spain at its best. And while there’s nothing like wandering through a sun-drenched vineyard on a Vine Travel wine tour, you can bring a little of that magic home. All you need are a few great bottles, some classic Spanish tapas, and a love for good food, good company, and unforgettable flavours.
The simplest things are often the best - crusty bread, ripe tomatoes, olive oil, and garlic. It’s the taste of summer, and nothing lifts it quite like a crisp Brut Nature Cava, all bright citrus and fine bubbles.
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A paper-thin slice of Ibérico ham melts on your tongue, its nutty richness balanced by the bone-dry, saline sharpness of a
Fino Sherry - a classic pairing straight from Andalusia.
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A golden, thick Spanish omelette - soft inside, rich with slow-cooked onions and potatoes. A cool, mineral
Godello
brings freshness, balancing the richness beautifully.
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Sizzling prawns swimming in garlic, chilli, and olive oil - a dish that demands a fresh, briny
Albariño from Rías Baixas, with its citrus zing and Atlantic minerality.
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Chorizo cooked in cider is smoky, spicy, and slightly sweet - a natural match for
Mencía, a bright, red-fruited wine from Bierzo.
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Tender octopus, smoky paprika, and olive oil, best enjoyed with a
Ribeiro white, a crisp blend of Godello, Treixadura, and Loureira, echoing the flavours of the sea.
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Blistered green peppers, some mild, some fiery - washed down with a cool glass of
Txakoli, the Basque Country’s zippy, spritzy white wine.
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Crisp fried potatoes covered in spicy tomato sauce and creamy alioli - a classic that needs a juicy
old-vine Garnacha to keep up with its boldness.
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Anchovies cured in vinegar, olive oil, and garlic - an Andalusian staple that sings with the salty elegance of
Manzanilla Sherry.
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10. Queso Manchego & Viura (White Rioja)
Aged Manchego, firm and nutty, needs a wine with freshness and depth. A barrel-aged Viura from Rioja, with its creamy texture, citrus notes, and subtle oak, stands up to the cheese beautifully.
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At
Vine Travel, we believe Spanish wine isn’t just about what’s in the bottle - it’s about the people, the food, the culture. Whether you’re sipping Txakoli in the Basque Country, exploring Rioja’s century-old cellars, or tasting fresh Albariño by the Atlantic, every region tells a story.
And if you can’t be in Spain right now, these pairings bring a taste of our tours straight to your table.
Want to experience the real thing? Join one of our
Spanish wine tours and let us take you to the heart of the vineyards, where every sip has a story.