Advanced Wines of Spain Part 1 for Students from @winebeerspirits

Unlock the secrets of Spain, the world’s most-planted wine country, as we dive deep into the regions that are perfectly blending centuries of tradition with modern winemaking precision. Designed for Spanish wine lovers and WSET Level 3 Wine students, this essential guide covers the three critical pillars of Spanish wine: the diverse Climate and Geography (dominated by the high, hot Meseta Central and the cooling effects of Altitude), the unique Wine Laws that focus heavily on aging (DOCa, Crianza, and Gran Reserva), and the star grapes led by the versatile Tempranillo. Join us as we tour two of Spain’s most important and influential regions for your WSET Level 3 Wine exams: the master of the blend, Rioja (known for its vanilla-kissed American oak), and the powerhouse Duero Valley, home to the intense, high-altitude Tempranillo (Tinto Fino) of Ribera del Duero. We also explore the other fascinating areas of the Upper Ebro like Navarra and the white-wine oasis of Rueda. You will finish this session with a complete understanding of how Spain produces wines of incredible structure, freshness, and longevity despite its challenging climate. Study with us @ https://edu.wine 00:00:00 00:01:03 Introduction 00:01:03 00:02:27 Climate & Geography 00:02:27 00:04:14 Spanish Wine Labels 00:04:14 00:05:11 Spanish Ageing Designations 00:05:11 00:07:29 Spanish Wine Grapes 00:07:29 00:10:06 Rioja 00:10:06 00:10:39 Navarra 00:10:39 00:11:11 Calatayud & Cariñena 00:11:11 00:12:21 Ribera Del Duero 00:12:21 00:13:01 Toro 00:13:01 00:13:45 Rueda 00:13:45 00:15:17 Recap