Alicante

The Alicante appellation covers wines produced from vineyards located in the region around this Spanish city. Alicante wines have enjoyed "Denominación de Origen" classification since 1957. The production areas are spread across different territories in the province. The terroir and climate can vary, ranging from the humidity and richness of the Marina Alta vineyards to the dry, poor soils of Vinalopo, with more balanced terrain in the Comtat vineyards, for example.

Alicante wines are made from different grape varieties. Among them is Moscatel de Alexandria, a grape variety used for wine production, table grapes, and raisins, which is grown in the Marina Alta region, creating a diverse landscape and a very distinctive culture. However, the most widely grown variety remains Monastrell d'Alicante, which blends particularly well with other varieties. However, it is Bouschet d'Alicante, whose flesh is the same color as its skin, that gives this appellation its character, particularly through the color it gives to the wine and the mineral touch associated with the personality of Alicante wines.

Among the wines of the Alicante appellation, Fondillón, made exclusively from Monastrell, stands out for its production methods. Chosen by kings, it is also particularly appreciated by wine lovers. The Alicante appellation produces both red and white wines whose diversity invites curiosity and discovery. Bodegas Volver, Las Virtudes, and Santa Catalina del Mañán are just a few of the wineries where you can appreciate this diversity.