Ribera del Guadiana covers several Extremaduran subzones and produces generous reds, clean whites and versatile modern styles.
Location
Region
Extremadura
Protected status
Protection
DOP · DO
Wine profile
Typical focus
Red wines, White wines
Varieties
Notable grapes
Tempranillo, Garnacha Tintorera, Cayetana Blanca
Identity and character
What defines Ribera del Guadiana?
Ribera del Guadiana covers several Extremaduran subzones and produces generous reds, clean whites and versatile modern styles.
Growing conditions
Climate
Warm continental climate with dry summers and broad temperature variation.
Place and soils
Landscape
Rolling plains, river valleys and mixed agricultural landscapes.
Wine categories
Characteristic wine styles
- Red wines
- White wines
- Rosé and sparkling wines
Varieties
Notable grapes
- Tempranillo
- Garnacha Tintorera
- Cayetana Blanca
- Macabeo
- Pardina
At the table
Food pairing ideas
- Jamón
- Iberian pork
- Lamb
- Mature cheese