Tapas Wines

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   Spain has more vineyard land than any other country in the world. From the mountains in the north to the sun-drenched coasts of the south, vines flourish virtually everywhere. As a result, wine drinking is an inescapable part of Spanish culture ― a part Spaniards are passionate about.

   
   

   With tapas, almost any Spanish wine will do, though the Spaniards themselves tend to drink the great classics: soft, sensual red wines from Rioja and Ribera del Duero; the snappy white wine known as Albariño from Galicia; cava, Spain's sparkling wine; plus a wonderful assortment of spicy rosés (called rosados in Spain), especially from the province of Navarra.

   
   

   But no wine epitomizes tapas more than sherry. I know ― you're thinking: Sherry? Unfortunately, most of us have never tasted the great sherries of Spain (which bear no resemblance to the cheap stuff). But now's the time to change that. Try a rich, nutty oloroso sherry with the honeyed figs and serrano ham on nut bread. Just one sip and one bite, and you'll think you're in Spain itself.
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   Grand opening of Sabroso Tapas Wine Bar Singapore (Rated best tapas bar)

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   Tapas + Wine in Barcelona

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   Here are some of my favorite wines with tapas.

   
   

   CAVA (Spanish sparkling wine)

   
   

   Cavas Jaume Serra "Cristalino" Brut NV (Cava), $9. Simply delicious. Lively crisp apple fruit.

   Segura Viudas "Reserva Heredad" Brut NV (Penedes), $12 to $15. Soft and creamy. A terrific sparkler for a party.

   
   

   WHITE AND ROSÃ

   
   

   Martin Codax Albariño 1998 (Rias Baixas), $14. Albariño is Spain's most exciting white grape. Fresh and racy, it's terrific with tapas.

   Julian Chivite "Gran Feudo" Rosé 1998 (Navarra), $7. One of the best rosés made in Europe. Fresh and bursting with berries.

   
   

   REDS

   Bodegas Muga Reserva 1995 (Rioja), $16. A classically beautiful Rioja with soft cherry and dried-leaf flavors.

   Finca Retuerta "Abadia Retuerta" 1996 (Sardon de Duero), $24. Spicy black fruits. Mouth-filling and wonderfully earthy.

   Torres Gran Sangre de Toro Reserva 1995 (Vilafranca del Penedes), $11. Rustic and bold, with good juicy red fruit flavors.

   Viña Mayor Crianza 1996 (Ribera del Duero), $11. Soft, spicy cherries; very easy to drink

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   SHERRIES

   
   

   Hidalgo "La Gitana" Manzanilla (Sanlucar de Barrameda), $11. Bracingly fresh and bone-dry. A classic way to begin an evening of tapas.

   Hidalgo Oloroso Especial (Sanlucar de Barrameda), $18. Mesmerizingly rich, with a profound nuttiness.

   Osborne "Coquinero" Fino/Amontillado (Jerez), $15. Rich, deeply flavorful, and nutty; absolutely delicious.

   Relish Modern Tapas is an oasis of new age tapas - small plates of familiar dishes infused with flavors from cuisines around the World.
   Eating at Relish is a dining discovery - just choose a selection of gourmet quality food which comes in smaller portions and share with family and friends for an enjoyable and relaxed dining experience in our restaurant.