Passport to Spain

Passport to Spain is your no-passport-required, no-snob-required tour of Spanish wine—because airfare is expensive and “Txakolina” is already enough of a challenge before your first sip. In this program, we’ll taste our way through Spain’s greatest hits and under-the-radar gems—from Rioja and Ribera del Duero to zippy, ocean-breeze whites from Rías Baixas, bold Mediterranean reds from Priorat, and the sparkling overachiever known as Cava (the friend who shows up early, brings snacks, and still looks great in photos). You’ll learn the grapes, regions, and the “why it tastes like that” stuff (climate, altitude, oak, tradition, and a little Spanish stubbornness) so you can pick bottles with confidence—whether you’re staring down a wine list, a store shelf, or that one friend who says, “I only drink red… unless it’s Tuesday.” Expect practical tasting tools, easy food-pairing wins, and plenty of “ohhh, THAT’S what that is” moments—without turning wine into homework. If we use a fancy word, we’ll translate it into normal-human immediately. Perfect for: beginners, casual enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to drink smarter while laughing a little. What you’ll walk away with: a clearer palate, a stronger Spanish wine vocabulary, and the confidence to shop, sip, and pair like you’ve got a stamp on your passport (even if the only stamp you got today was on your hand at the grocery store).