Podcast: Episode 6 is live and we're heading to Spain
Spain’s most iconic (and delightfully over-the-top) wine traditions - where wine isn’t just poured, it’s performed.
In this episode, we explore the bold, inventive, and sometimes downright theatrical ways wine is served and celebrated across Spanish regions. We're talking casual-chaos with wine fights in Rioja to the quiet precision of high-pouring Txakoli in the Basque Country.
You’ll meet the Porron, a communal glass pitcher designed for hygienic- and hilariously risky - high pours straight into your mouth. You’ll hear about the Txakoli high pour, a practice that turns a simple white wine into a fizzy, textured showstopper. Then there’s the Venencia, a long, delicate tool used to sample sherry without disturbing its protective flor - a tradition that’s as functional as it is beautiful.
And of course, no celebration would be complete without sabering a bottle of cava. Because in Spain, popping bottles is a full-on art form.
We also dive into two of Spain’s most fascinating wine events:
La Batalla del Vino (The Wine Battle): An annual festival in Haro where locals drench each other in red wine... on purpose.
Copa Jerez: A high-stakes sherry and food pairing competition that brings together top chefs and sommeliers from around the world.
Beyond the flair, there’s a deep history and intention behind these customs - many rooted in regional identity, old-world practicality, and the joy of gathering.
Whether you’re a natural wine lover, a curious traveler, or someone who just enjoys a good pour story, this episode is packed with inspiration (and a few party tricks to try at home).
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