Castilla - La Mancha
Castilla-La Mancha covers a large area of Spain. It is referred to as “New Castile” and was reconquered from the Muslims by the Christians in the 11th century. Located in central and south-central Spain, it is a large plain surrounded on all sides by mountains. The western edge of Castilla-La Mancha borders with Extremadura, while Castilla-León and Aragon border it on the north. To the east is Valencia and on the southern border is Andalucia. Up until recently, Castilla La Mancha was mostly known for producing bulk wine, however, winemakers now produce more delicate releases. The main reds are made from Cencibel, the local name for Tempranillo, with blends from Cabernet Sauvignon, Monastrell, Garnacha, Syrah and Bobal.