Lanzarote’s vines grow in individual volcanic pits protected from wind. Its Malvasía Volcánica wines are aromatic, mineral and unmistakably island-driven.
Location
Region
Canary Islands
Protected status
Protection
DOP · DO
Wine profile
Typical focus
Dry Malvasía Volcánica whites, Sweet Malvasía
Varieties
Notable grapes
Malvasía Volcánica, Listán Negro, Diego
Identity and character
What defines Lanzarote?
Lanzarote’s vines grow in individual volcanic pits protected from wind. Its Malvasía Volcánica wines are aromatic, mineral and unmistakably island-driven.
Growing conditions
Climate
Subtropical but strongly shaped by altitude, trade winds and volcanic exposure.
Place and soils
Landscape
Dramatic volcanic soils, terraced slopes and ungrafted old vines.
Wine categories
Characteristic wine styles
- Dry Malvasía Volcánica whites
- Sweet Malvasía
- Rosé and red wines
- Traditional fortified styles
Varieties
Notable grapes
- Malvasía Volcánica
- Listán Negro
- Diego
- Moscatel
At the table
Food pairing ideas
- Grilled fish
- Papas arrugadas
- Goat cheese
- Mojo sauces