Spain’s wine production is outdone only by France and Italy. The popularity of Spanish wines continues to grow, and they’re definitely worth a taste. To buy Spanish wines on Grand Cayman, come to Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits stores or shop online.
Beer, wine, and spirits, purchased wholesale or retail, are offered here at Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits. We deliver for free to any location on Grand Cayman but keep in mind that all of our six stores are closed on Sundays. Please plan ahead.
To browse in person, come to one of these locations:
- North Sound Rd and Shedden Rd, George Town, Grand Cayman
- Galleria Plaza, West Bay Road, Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman
- Morritts Plaza, Queens Hwy, East End, Grand Cayman
- Countryside Shopping Mall, Savannah, Grand Cayman
- West Bay Rd, West Bay, Grand Cayman
- Frank Sound Rd, Frank Sound, Grand Cayman
Understanding Spanish wines can be a bit complicated, but it’s helpful to break down the various wines into categories based upon the region of origin. Many Spanish wines are blends of wines, and most are produced using Old World techniques.
Winemaking in Spain – The Backstory
Studies show that grapes growing in the area around Spain date back to 4000 BCE. Spanish wine was a commodity for trade during the Roman Empire until the 8th century, when the Moorish invasion prevented trade.
Trade began again by the 14th century, with Spanish wine being traded across Europe. As the Spanish colonized the Americas, grapes and winemaking were introduced. Over the years, progress has been made in the production standards of Spanish wine. Today, many Spanish wines lead the market. At Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits, we handpick the best of the best for our customers’ enjoyment.
The Rioja Region
Rioja wines develop an oaky flavor from being stored in oak barrels. Red and white Rioja wines are available, and wine purchasers can tell how long the wine has been stored in barrels based upon terms on the label. For instance, Gran Reserva means that wine has been stored in oak barrels for a minimum of two years. The Torres Iberico Rioja is aged for 12 months in the barrel and then for even longer in the bottle.
The Priorat Region
The Priorat region produces some of the best wines in Spain. The volcanic soil in Catalonia provides the grapes a unique flavor and produces remarkably flavored red wines. Consider the boldness of Gratavinum Silvestris or Morlanda Priorat.
The Ribera del Duero
One of Spain’s most productive wine-producing regions, Ribera del Duero wines have a full body and oaky flavor. Most of these wines are red.
The Cava Region
The Cava region covers a wide area and refers to the majority of white wines produced in Spain. Cava is sparkling white wine or rosé that is growing in popularity throughout the world. Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits suggests trying Freixenet Blanc De Blanc, N/V Pares Balta Cava Pink, or Pares Balta, Cava, Brut Nature.
The Sherry Region
The Spanish region that produces sherry is known as Jerez in Spanish. Within this category of fortified wine, sherries run the gamut from very sweet to dry. For a wonderfully sweet option, try Lustau Pedro Ximenez San Emilio Sherry.
Buy Spanish wines to complement your palate or your meal at Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits on Grand Cayman.
