Cellar Notes

Bold, expressive, and deeply rooted in tradition, Spanish red wines deliver complexity and character from every corner of the country. In this episode of Cellar Notes, we explore standout varietals like Tempranillo, Garnacha, and Monastrell—diving into the regions, aging styles, and earthy elegance that make Spanish reds a staple for any serious wine lover.

California Red Blends(Although California excels at single variety reds, there are many red blends that are tasty and very affordable.)

Spanish Reds(Al likes nothing more than staying in touch with some of his favorite red wines in the entire world, the tintas of Spain.)

For vacations, you can't beat the South of France; but it's also the home of some serious wine values.

The premier red grape of Spain changes its nature depending where it's planted. Al discusses three different examples.

It's the perfect time of year to enjoy the fresh, fruity rosés of the world. Al takes us on a tour of some attractive rosé producing regions.

White Burgundy on a budget? Well, such a thing is possible in the Mâcon region where chardonnay is king.

The ideal wine for casual relaxed dinners, built to be loved, easy to drink.

It's fun to go exploring off the beaten path, and Hugh is doing just that, looking at three whites from unfamiliar regions in Spain.

An overlooked noble white grape, chenin blanc is capable of a wide variety of styles and flavor profiles. Hugh looks at three.