This short article is dedicated to wine and tasting lovers, that is, many clients of our camping in Benidorm. It doesn’t matter if you’re an expert or if you want to surprise someone special with an original gift. We’re going to explain where to do your wine tasting in Alicante. In case you don’t know, Alicante wineries have worked tirelessly to ensure that the Denomination of Origin (D.O.) and their incredible wines have been internationally recognized.
Alicante wineries usually offer guided tours to showcase their wines. The winery visit typically includes a selection of wines and the opportunity to buy them at an unbeatable price in the winery’s shop.
6. FRANCISCO GÓMEZ WINERIES | Villena
A classic on the Alicante Wine Route. The wineries in Villena are the epicenter of wine in the province, and at Francisco Gómez Wineries you can visit the winery and the estate.
Wine tasting at FG Wineries
We can do several wine tastings at the winery:
- Enogastronomic route: complete visit, tasting of wines and oils, tasting of Iberian cold cuts and cocktail lunch with FG wine pairing. It lasts 2.5 hours, 40 euros per person and minimum groups of 15 people.
- Wine route: guided tour, wine and oil tasting, and Iberian cold cuts tasting. It lasts 1.5 hours and costs 15 euros per person.
- Trivium route: guided tour to taste the most exclusive wines and oils. 70 euros per person, as you’ll be able to try the Fondillón Quo Vadis 1972.
Phone: 965 97 95 55
5. BOCOPA WINERIES | Villena
The wine tourism section of the well-known Bocopa Wineries, in Petrer. You may have heard about Bocopa wineries on the radio too. You can take a tour every day at 10h, 11h, 12h or 17h with prior reservation.
Tasting at Bocopa Wineries
- Wine tasting: 5 euros for 2 wines or 7 euros for 4 wines. Plate of loin and cheese for 2.5 euros per person.
- Gastronomic Visit: 15 euros and includes a meal at a nearby restaurant with a voucher.
4. SIERRA SALINAS WINERIES | Villena
Here you’ll find the wines of the Miñano Gómez family, hence MGWines. The Sierra Salinas 1237 wine (2013) stands out, with 92 Parker Points.
The Sierra Salinas is a blend of Monastrell, Garnacha Tintorera, and Cabernet Sauvignon. In the mouth, it is ample, full-bodied, dense, and powerful with a notably warm finish.
Wine tasting packages
As for guided tours, you have several packages:
- Pack ‘A Privileged Place’. It lasts 1 hour and includes tasting 2 wines as well as a guided tour of the facilities. 10 euros per person.
- Pack ‘Singular MGWines’. Between 1.5 and 2 hours long, tasting of 2 wines with a walk through vineyards and facilities, and 15 euros per person.
- Pack ‘Sierra Salinas’. Between 3 and 4 hours duration of the visit, walking through trails and the winery with explanations of wine production. You taste 2 wines and it costs 30 euros per person.
Visits for minors are free. You can also find Eco wines and Vegan wines, as well as oils.
3. BODEGAS VOLVER | Pinoso
Here comes one of our favorites, the Tarima Hill 2015, made from Monastrell variety and one of the best wines from Alicante. You’ll find incredible D.O. Alicante wines. Try the Alicante Bouschet by Tarima 2017 and be amazed.
Try the Triga, Cabernet Sauvignon and Monastrell aged 20 months in French oak barrels. A perfect pairing for rabbit and snail rice dishes or grilled or roasted meats.
You’ll find wines made from Monastrell, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and other typical grapes from Alicante wineries.
Wine Tasting at Bodegas Volver
Visit the winery Tuesday to Friday from 10 AM to 6 PM, or Saturday mornings from 9 AM to 2 PM. Always by appointment at [email protected] | 966 185 624 (ext. 2) | 673 46 82 83
- Guided Tours: 10 euros per person, includes a tour of the vineyard with explanation, plus tasting of 3 wines with local appetizers.
- Special Tastings: 15 euros per person, minimum 14 people. Starts at 11:00 AM and lasts 2.5 hours. Tour, explanation from harvest to bottling, visit to vineyards, tanks… An expert oenologist will lead the tasting of the best wines.
2. BODEGAS RIKO XALÓ | Jalón
We arrive at the paradise of Moscatel grapes. The Mistela from Jalón is well-known and a staple in all Alicante homes. That’s why we recommend visiting and trying it.
Tasting of Mistelas and wines
We recommend the tour called “Wine: from field to table”. Guided visit, with pairing of local products and tasting of the winery’s best wines. 15 euros per person.
Contact to book: Phone: 966480294 or Email: [email protected]
1. BODEGAS ENRIQUE MENDOZA | Alfaz del Pi
Although the vineyards are in Villena, the winery is located very close to our campsite, near Benidorm.
One of the crown jewels of Bodegas Enrique Mendoza wines is the Santa Rosa 2017. Rated 94 in the Peñin Wine Guide and 93+ in the Parker Guide. Also notable is the Monastrell Estrecho 2017 with 95 points in the Parker Guide, but with a production of only 5,500 bottles. Additionally, take home a bottle of Quebradas 2017 with 95+ points.
We also leave you a link to purchase at the best price a Monastrell D.O. Alicante, La Tremenda, rated 92 Parker points, which we believe you will enjoy.
The Santa Rosa 2017 has been aged for 16 months in oak barrels and is a blend of Monastrell, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Shiraz. It’s very Mediterranean and mineral with notes of herbs and graphite, with much less oak than in the past, becoming spicy with a herbal touch.
Wine Tasting at Bodegas Enrique Mendoza (Alfaz del Pi)
We recommend the Gold guided tour, lasting 2 hours. A guided tour through the field, bottling plant, and underground cellar.
Enjoy a tasting of 7 wines, paired with extra virgin olive oil, goat cheese toast, cured meats, and Valor chocolates. A complete experience. 22 euros per person and by appointment in the wine tourism visit reservation section of the official website. You can also get wine tasting gift vouchers or visits to the winery in Alicante (Alfaz del Pi).
In conclusion, you can visit any winery while enjoying a few days at our campsite. But due to proximity, we recommend Enrique Mendoza, as it’s just a few minutes away. Any of these wineries will give you a perfect wine tasting experience during your vacation in Alicante.
