Over the coming days, I’ll be travelling through one of Spain’s most fascinating yet underappreciated wine tourism destinations – the Arlanza Wine Route in Castilla y León.
While regions such as Rioja and Ribera del Duero often dominate the spotlight, Arlanza offers something refreshingly different: authentic medieval villages, centuries-old monasteries, underground wine cellars, remarkable gastronomy, and an emerging wine culture deeply rooted in history and tradition.
My itinerary will take me through Lerma, Quintanilla del Agua, Santo Domingo de Silos, Covarrubias, Torquemada, Baltanás, and Valladolid, where I’ll experience everything from creating wine blends and exploring historic wineries to listening to Gregorian chants and discovering spectacular natural landscapes.
Highlights include:
- Staying in the magnificent Parador de Lerma.
- Participating in a hands-on wine experience at Bodegas Palacio de Lerma.
- Visiting the extraordinary open-air artistic village of Territorio Artlanza.
- Exploring the Monastery of Santo Domingo de Silos and its renowned Gregorian chants.
- Tasting local wines in Covarrubias and touring one of Spain’s best-preserved medieval towns.
- Discovering the underground winery districts of Torquemada and Baltanás.
- Experiencing the cuisine, history, and culture that make Castilla y León an increasingly compelling destination for global wine travellers.
Throughout the journey, I’ll be sharing exclusive articles, photographs, videos, interviews, and behind-the-scenes insights across my website and social media channels.
If you’re passionate about wine, culture, gastronomy, and authentic travel experiences, stay tuned, this promises to be an unforgettable exploration of one of Spain’s hidden wine tourism gems.