Canary Islands Wine

• October 2009

  Look forward to hearing about the wine and 'other treasures' you encounter. ;-) Bon voyage! It's a starkly beautiful spot out in the middle of the Atlantic...

  Forum post in the topic What wines from the Canary... by dmcker

  
  

• October 2009

  Wow, dmcker, thanks for the very informative reply and literary support! I'll ... have wines from all over the Canary Islands. Plus, I'm confident there will be some hidden local treasures waiting to be uncovered ;-

  Forum post in the topic What wines from the Canary... by torchtaker

  
  

• October 2009

  Here's another interesting page with some simplified tasting notes for several seco and dolce Malmseys: http://www.wine-pages.com/guests/contrib/canary-islands-wine.htm

  Forum post in the topic What wines from the Canary... by dmcker

  
  

• October 2009

  Although I seem to remember the odd reference to 'Canary Sack' in old English literature (including Shakespeare's Merry Wives of Windsor and Henry IV), I hadn't really seen much less tasted any until I found myself passing through Tenerife a few years back. I wasn't there all that... Read moreAlthough I seem to remember the odd reference to 'Canary Sack' in old English literature (including Shakespeare's Merry Wives of Windsor and Henry IV), I hadn't really seen much less tasted any until I found myself passing through Tenerife a few years back. I wasn't there all that long, but still have vivid memories of the volcanic landscape, striking folk music, great seafood, and drinking wine in the midst of all of that and even with several banana dishes (I remember a lot of bananas from there... ;-) ). One of the big names is D.O. Lanzarote, with striking bush vineyards planted in the middle of desert-like surroundings. The white Malvasías from there has been good for a long time and was generally anglicized in the past as Malmsey. Some dry and many sweet, with even a hint of sherry-like flavor, though they are unfortified. My guess is they are likely to be part of plenty of wine tours in the islands as the Canaries have upped their tourism (esp. wine tourism) in recent years. Another good D.O. is Tacoronte-Acentejo, in the north of Tenerife, with distinctive reds made from the local Listán grape. Canary wines are very few and far between in Tokyo where I currently live. Some wines I've had this decade when traveling elsewhere (esp. to Spain) include: --Vinos de Terrunos German Gilabert Rosat Trepa --Butan Crater --Tajinaste Blanco Listan Blanco, Tajinaste Tradicional Listan Negro --Enologia Temera Mencia VV --Vevi Rueda Some with vintage appellations, and other NV. There are plenty of others, I'm sure, but those are the ones I remember amidst the wines from other parts of Spain (so many wines, so little time...). You'll commonly find both dry and sweet whites (the old Sack/Malmsey wines were likely quite strong and sweet), One bubbly dessert wine I remember is a non-vintage Cheste Agraria Muscat. Alhough muscat is generally not at the top of my list, versions from the Canaries and Greece are some of the best I've had. And though I haven't yet tried them, and don't know their shipping restrictions, I have run across an online sales site for Canary wines: http://shop.tucanarias.com/categorias.php?cat=1 Finally, some inspiring words from Shakespeare's Henry IV: "But i faith, you have drunk too much canaries and that’s a marvellous searching wine, and it perfumes the blood ere one can say: What’s this?" Recognize the sensation from wines even beyond the Canaries? ;-)    (hide)

  Forum post in the topic What wines from the Canary... by dmcker

  
  

• October 2009

  I have tried one or two but my understanding is that virtually all of the wines ... of the wines produced on the Canary Islands is consumed there. Sorry I can't be of any additional help

  Forum post in the topic What wines from the Canary... by Gregory Dal Piaz

  
  

• October 2009

  Next week I will spend a week on La Palma, one of the Spanish Canary Islands. Does anyone know of outstanding local wine varieties, vinyards or vintages that I should be careful not to miss?

  Forum post in the topic What wines from the Canary... by torchtaker

  
  
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  October 2009

  Tajinaste Blanco Seco Canary Islands 2006

  Snoothrank: Starting at $14^.99

  No written review

  Wine review by mikastyle

  
  
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  September 2009

  Bodegas Los Bermejos Bermejo Malvasia Seco NV

  Snoothrank:

  Delicious white wine with a lovely, distinctive bottle. Comes from Lanzarote in the Canary Islands.

  Wine review by Lance44

  
  

• May 2009

  Hi everyone, my name is Dave Stone and I love wine! Until August, I'm living ... largest of the seven Canary islands. I've found Spanish wine to everything I expected and more - literally. In a number of bars, you can order a tinto (glass of the house red) and receive a small... Read moreHi everyone, my name is Dave Stone and I love wine! Until August, I'm living ... largest of the seven Canary islands. I've found Spanish wine to everything I expected and more - literally. In a number of bars, you can order a tinto (glass of the house red) and receive a small tapa at no extra cost! If you have any questions about Spanish wine, please ask away. I look forward to connecting with many of you! Dav    (hide)

  Forum post in the topic Wine fanatic from the states... by davestone04

  
  
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  May 2005

  Monje Tacoronte-Acentejo Tinto 2004

  Snoothrank:

  Listan Negro, Listan Blanco, Negramoll Purple with a rich red tinge. Rich black pepper(intense) nose with clove, allspice, and a strong wet slate component, all framed by a meaty herbal quality. Med weight in the mouth with a strong acid and tannin presence. Soft fruit with richness... Read moreListan Negro, Listan Blanco, Negramoll Purple with a rich red tinge. Rich black pepper(intense) nose with clove, allspice, and a strong wet slate component, all framed by a meaty herbal quality. Med weight in the mouth with a strong acid and tannin presence. Soft fruit with richness from the spice that seems to overpower the fruit some. Palate is not as intense as the nose though shows light black pepper, soft black cherry and black berry qualities. First taste of these grapes and I have to say I'm impressed and would like to try some more with various food pairings to see where it fits in best. [NR]    (hide)

  Wine review by ryanopaz

  
  

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