Suertes del Marques La Solana 2021

La Solana is Suertes del Marqués' expression of Listán Negro from the volcanic slopes of the Orotava Valley in Tenerife, Canary Islands. This is one of the most distinctive red wines you'll find anywhere – grown on pure volcanic soils at altitude, showing what this indigenous variety can do when it's treated with respect.

Suertes del Marqués is located in the Orotava Valley on the northern slopes of Mount Teide, where the combination of volcanic soils, Atlantic influence, and dramatic altitude creates unique conditions for viticulture. The vines are trained in the traditional cordón trenzado (braided cordon) system, growing ungrafted in sandy volcanic soils.

La Solana comes from vineyards with southern exposure (solana means 'sunny slope'), giving the wine extra ripeness and concentration. What you get is red berries, herbs, volcanic minerality, a touch of smoke, and that characteristic bright acidity and freshness from the altitude and Atlantic influence. There's structure and depth here, but nothing feels heavy – the wine remains elegant and precise.

The winemaking is minimal intervention, allowing the volcanic terroir to express itself. The result is a wine that's both distinctive and genuinely drinkable, showing what makes Canary Islands wine so special and different from anywhere else in Spain.

Serve it at room temperature with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, stews, or aged cheeses. This is honest, characterful red wine from one of Europe's most unique wine regions, perfect for those looking for something truly different.