Wine Region Extremadura

There are 1 DO wine region in Extremadura:

• Ribera del Guadiana DO (1999)

The DO has subzones spread all across Extremadura:

• Tierra de Barros (most important)
• Matanegra
• Ribera Alta
• Ribera Baja
• Cañamero
• Montánchez
• Sierra de Alange

Extremadura is often overlooked because it sits between Spain's more famous wine regions, but it has a long history and some interesting strengths.

It is one of Spain's best-value wine regions. You can often find wines of a quality comparable to those from more famous regions at substantially lower prices.

Extremadura is located in western Spain. It covers the provinces of Cáceres and Badajoz.

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Climate / Terroir

Hot, dry continental climate with very warm summers.

The vineyards are planted on plains and gentle hills rather than mountain slopes.

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Connection to Portugal

Extremadura sits directly next to Portugal's Alentejo, one of Portugal's most successful wine regions.

The landscapes, climate, and agricultural traditions are remarkably similar. Many wine lovers who enjoy Alentejo wines would probably enjoy the wines of Ribera del Guadiana as well.