Not long after grapes were planted in the rich volcanic soils of Tenerife in 1497, the island’s wines began pleasing the palates of notables like Walter Scott and Shakespeare. Learn about Tenerife’s unique terroir and winemaking history and taste a selection of white, red and rosé wines on this epicurean tour. Over 1,600 feet above sea level, you will find Bodegas Monje, where more than 260 years of winemaking in the Monje family informs the wines produced today. See how modern technology complements ancient methods, tour the vineyards and cellar, enjoy tapas and, of course, taste the wines. At Bodegas Álvaro, a traditional cellar dating back over 80 years, you will have a wide selection of the island’s wines to accompany signature dishes of the Canary Islands, such as the potato dish known as papas arrugadas and a cake with locally made honey.
Hundreds of years of winemaking history unfold as you sample the unique flavors of Tenerife’s celebrated red, white and rosé wines.