Spain has a long history of wine production dating back to The Moors and thanks to globalisation, many of its wines are now internationally recognised and lauded.
Three broad climatic zones - maritime (North & North West); Mediterranean (Catalunya & Levante) and continental (Meseta Central).
Tempranillo is Spain's premier black grape variety and other varieties to look out for include Garnacha, Monastrell, Graciano & Mencia.
Principal white grape varieties include Verdejo, Albarino, Viura & Airen.
Key regions to note include Rioja, Navarra, Penedes, Priorat, Ribera del Duero, Rias Baixas & La Mancha.