Sample the wine from Andres Iniesta’s vineyard

FOUR FOUR TWO 269 - November 2016

Why: Some might ask: “Why would you want to make an incredibly rich man even richer by buying his wares?” We’d reply: “Stop being a killjoy and have some midfield-genius booze already.” Besides, one of the great things about vineyards is that you can go along and have a glug with no obligation to buy anything. The tasting tour at Bodega Iniesta comes highly recommended, as does the tapas restaurant. This isn’t just a pet project for the Barcelona great, either. “My family has always dreamed of owning a bodega,” he has said. “It’s a way of giving back to the place I was born. You don’t pay for the name – you pay for the wine.” Next: Xavi goes into cheesemaking. 

How: 

The 100-acre site is located at Fuentealbilla, Albacete, and produces Bobal, Macabeo, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. It’s open daily from 9am to 2pm, then 4pm to 6pm (this is Spain, after all). Call +34967090650 or email enoturismo@bodegainiesta.com.

Local knowledge: 

While in Albacete, check out the stunning architecture around the Pasaje de Lodares and the Catedral de San Juan Bautista.

Cost: 

Bottles start at a very reasonable €4.90; the most is €18. You'd pay more than that for plonk from Waitrose.