Málaga is historic sweet-wine territory, especially for Moscatel and Pedro Ximénez wines displaying raisin, citrus peel, floral and caramelised notes.
Location
Region
Andalusia
Protected status
Protection
DOP · DO
Wine profile
Typical focus
Naturally sweet wines, Liqueur wines
Varieties
Notable grapes
Moscatel de Alejandría, Pedro Ximénez
Identity and character
What defines Málaga?
Málaga is historic sweet-wine territory, especially for Moscatel and Pedro Ximénez wines displaying raisin, citrus peel, floral and caramelised notes.
Growing conditions
Climate
Warm, sunny conditions moderated in coastal zones by Atlantic or Mediterranean influence.
Place and soils
Landscape
White albariza soils, inland hills, coastal vineyards and high-elevation mountain sites.
Wine categories
Characteristic wine styles
- Naturally sweet wines
- Liqueur wines
- Dry wines under traditional categories
Varieties
Notable grapes
- Moscatel de Alejandría
- Pedro Ximénez
At the table
Food pairing ideas
- Fried fish
- Jamón ibérico
- Olives and almonds
- Blue cheese
- Desserts