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A large number of olive groves enhance the plains of La Mancha. Along with wine, olive oil is one of the great protagonists of this land. Furthermore, it even appears in the most famous “jota” (typical song style) of...
One of the largest producers of clay jars or amphoras, known in Spain as “Tinajas”, is Villarrobledo, where the artisans worked so hard on unique pieces that could reach four meters height and which have served for centuries to...
The so-called organic gastronomy is trendy, and organic wine could not be less. Spain is on lead in terms of vineyards of this type and, among all the regions, La Mancha's leadership is indisputable. Our land satisfies the conditions...
This suckling lamb confit on a bed of garlic has all the ingredients you might find in the La Mancha larder, and is based on one of La Mancha's most authentic products, especially in the province of Cuenca. Purple garlic...
The specialist press gave favourable reviews of the launch of La Mancha Wine Route at FITUR Held from 23 to 27 January, the 39th fair was affected by the taxi drivers dispute, but it also served to rediscover some on-trend...
We all like to enjoy a good wine at home with family and friends, but we're not always sure about how to store wine and the temperature it should be served at. A number of factors affect the correct way...
Raising a toast to peace, we look back and remember World War I and the Armistice signed exactly 100 years ago. It was undoubtedly the international anniversary of the week. On 11 November a century ago, European powers seal their...
Airén and Tempranillo are among the top 10 varieties of wine produced in the world´s vineyard. The top ten main grape varieties in the world have an “Asian aroma”. This is evident from the report of the International Organization of...
Mechanised night-time harvesting has taken over DO La Mancha vineyards for the chardonnay variety, one of the first to be picked     The grape was first grown in the Burgundy region of France, although nowadays you could say it's one of...
As plants, vines follow annual growth cycles set by the seasons. The arrival of autumn and winter, when temperatures drop, means the plant ceases its activity and enters a dormant phase until spring, when it becomes active once again....
You'll see the same on any vineyard across the planet, whether it's in La Mancha, France or in New World countries like New Zealand and the United States. Although this may seem like a merely decorative touch or the...
Although nature can be observed and analysed with scientific methods and criteria, its exact behaviour in plants (luckily for wine growers) can't be predicted with mathematical precision. As a living thing, the vine is subject to external forces, so...
Chinese New Year is next weekend, initiating the year of the Rooster. The perfect moment to share food and wine with your family! The first day of the Chinese New Year is on Saturday, 28 January, initiating the year of...