The regional Islas Canarias denomination brings together varied volcanic island terroirs and a large collection of distinctive local grapes.
Location
Region
Canary Islands
Protected status
Protection
DOP · VC
Wine profile
Typical focus
Volcanic white wines, Red wines from local grapes
Varieties
Notable grapes
Listán Blanco, Listán Negro, Malvasía Volcánica
Identity and character
What defines Islas Canarias?
The regional Islas Canarias denomination brings together varied volcanic island terroirs and a large collection of distinctive local grapes.
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
- Volcanic white wines
- Red wines from local grapes
- Sweet wines
- Island blends
Varieties
Notable grapes
- Listán Blanco
- Listán Negro
- Malvasía Volcánica
- Vijariego
- Negramoll
At the table
Food pairing ideas
- Grilled fish
- Papas arrugadas
- Goat cheese
- Mojo sauces