Whether it’s to the Left Bank of Bordeaux, France, or the rolling hills of Stellenbosch in South Africa, tasting a wine made in a particular region instantly envelops the drinker in that place’s culture. We are taking you on a journey to Spain with Marqués de Cáceres, a winery that embodies the fun, vibrant Spanish lifestyle and gastronomy.
This family-owned bodega has deep roots in Rioja where, in 1970, Henri Forner established the now-renowned winery that changed the course of winemaking in the region and earned its title as leader of the “Rioja Renaissance.” Since 2007, Cristina Forner (Henri’s daughter) has served as President and CEO, carrying her years of experience in the wine business and her family’s winemaking legacy, commitment to quality, and pioneering ethos.
From the elegance of aged Tempranillo in the Reserva, influenced by high-altitude mountain ranges from D.O Rioja, to the bright, luscious acidity of the Verdejo from the high-plateau region of D.O. Rueda, Marqués de Cáceres’s portfolio features a stunning array of high-quality wines that typify Spain.
While the wines are perfectly delicious on their own, they are elevated even more when paired with a meal. We asked some experts in the field — from sommeliers to beverage directors to fine-dining professionals with decades of experience — what they would pair with each wine.
So get your pots and pans ready (or ready your phone to make reservations). These are the expert-approved dishes that really let Marqués de Cáceres wines sing.
