Cantabria, a region historically better known for its wild coastline and seafood-based cuisine, is emerging strongly on the Spanish wine tourism scene.

Thanks to initiatives like ‘Cantabria Brinda’, this area is reclaiming its winemaking tradition and its growing potential in the world of wine. At the International Wine Tourism Fair (FINE), Cantabria Brinda presents itself as a unique opportunity to discover wines with their own personality, linked to mountain landscapes, coastal vineyards, and a rich gastronomic culture.

Witness the resurgence of wine in the area

The roots of wine in Cantabria date back to the 9th century, with documented references in the Monastery of Santo Toribio de Liébana. However, over the centuries, various factors such as the humid climate and difficult terrain have challenged the continuity of this tradition. The phylloxera plague and the replacement of vineyards with more profitable crops almost wiped out wine production in the region.

Nevertheless, in the last 20 years, Cantabria has experienced a revival in its winemaking activity. Regions such as Liébana, Treto, Colindres, and the Pasiegos Valleys have seen a resurgence of wineries that have adapted to new climatic and technological conditions, achieving quality wines that surprise both experts and enthusiasts.

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Discover Cantabria through wine

The ‘Cantabria Brinda’ proposal for FINE 2025 focuses on offering exclusive wine tourism experiences that combine wine with other emblematic products of the region. Among the most notable activities are:

• Wine and cheese in the Picos de Europa: a tour of vineyards located at high altitudes, paired with artisanal cheeses from the area.
• Wine and orujo in the Picos de Europa: an experience that highlights Cantabria’s distilling tradition, combining wines with the famous local orujo.
• Wine and preserves in eastern Cantabria: a journey to the Cantabrian coast to discover the synergy between wine and the region’s fish preserves.
• Private tasting in a luxury lounge in Santander: an exclusive event with privileged views of one of the most beautiful bays in the world.

Each of these experiences is designed for visitors to immerse themselves in Cantabrian wine culture, with the guidance of experts in the sector and the comfort of a personalised service that includes private transport and gastronomic recommendations.

An evolution in this sector

The resurgence of wine in Cantabria has not been accidental. Climate change has allowed grapes to ripen in more favourable conditions, while new winemaking techniques have elevated the quality and diversity of Cantabrian wines. Today, the region’s wineries are producing wines with greater complexity, capable of competing in the national and international markets.

In addition to wine, Cantabria Brinda values the artisanal production of other local products, such as sobaos, cheeses, anchovies, and orujo, which follow traditional processes that have endured for generations. This combination of tradition and modernity reinforces the region’s gastronomic identity, making it a wine tourism destination with a comprehensive offer.

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Cantabria, with its diverse landscapes and growing wine production, is establishing itself as a reference wine tourism destination. Cantabria Brinda is a demonstration of how this region is combining history, tradition, and innovation to offer unique experiences to wine lovers.

For those looking to discover authentic, personalised, and nuanced wine tourism, the Cantabria Brinda proposal at FINE 2025 is an unmissable event. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn more about these wines and experiences at their stand at the fair.