This superb dry Tenerife Malvasia was the wine we chose to toast the release of Tried & Tasted: The Guide to Canary Islands Wine

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The wines of the Canary Islands, born of lava and sunshine and pressed from rare and ancient grapes, are a the highlights of the islands that most visitors miss out on. We want to change that, so here's the book that helps you understand and enjoy them.

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This superb Tenerife white is a classic Canarian wine that everybody should try.

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A Tenerife dry white that balances out volcanic minerals and tropical fruit flavours.

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An original Tenerife white wine that benefits from time in Acacia wood barrels.

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Friday, 22 January 2016 09:49

Gran Canaria Wine: Great Las Tirajanas Red

A lovely Gran Canaria tinto that makes you feel good about the future of Canarian red wine.

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Wednesday, 13 January 2016 15:51

8 Fascinating Facts About Canary Islands Wine

The history of Canarian wine goes all the way back to the Ancient Greeks, and vines from the Canary Islands were the first to be planted in the Americas and Lord Nelson learned to drink with his other hand using wine from Tenerife.

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Tuesday, 12 January 2016 13:05

Great Places To Buy Gran Canaria Wine

Gran Canaria wineries make excellent wines, but they are often hard to find if you stay in the resorts. 

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The budget dry white from one of La Palma's top wineries, this is a fruity and drinkable wine perfect for a hot day.

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This wine is like a 1980s Russian shotputter; Not because of its dubious origins, enormous legs or chemical content, but because it's won loads of international medals. 

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Monday, 16 November 2015 07:12

Tenerife Wine: Fabulous & Fruity Marba Tinto

A spectacular young red from Tacoronte Acentejo in Tenerife that is one of the best value Canarian wines on the market.

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A lovely, smooth Tenerife red made from negramoll, the last appreciated of all Canarian grape varieties.

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Friday, 13 November 2015 05:30

La Gomera Wine: Cumbres de Garajonay White

The only La Gomera wine available in Gran Canaria and an opportunity to try a grape with a mysterious past and great potential.

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Thursday, 12 November 2015 07:33

El Hierro Wine: Lively Viña Frontera Tinto

A lively young red that needs time to calm down once opened.

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Tuesday, 10 November 2015 10:33

Vega Norte: Another Superb La Palma White

We've said it before and here it is again: La Palma white wines are the best value in the Canary Islands. Here's another example of the superb quality you get from La Isla Bonita.

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El Hierro's best-known wine and a fantastic value dry white that everyone who visits Gran Canaria should buy and try.

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Wednesday, 25 February 2015 16:31

How To Choose And Enjoy Canary Islands Wine

Wine in the Canary Islands has a long history but has really come into its own in the past 10 years. New vineyards open every year and quality just goes up and up. To help you choose the right wine, here's our top tips for choosing and drinking Canary Islands wine.

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Gran Canaria wines are just like the island: Intense and with real character. The more you try them, the more you love them. 

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The Canarian wine scene hasn't buzzed this much since Shakespeare's time. New wineries start up every year and there's always a new wine to try. However, because most wineries on the islands are small you can only buy them close to where they are grown. Great if you have the time and transport but a pain if you're in Gran Canaria on holiday.

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