Spain has witnessed a challenging year for vine growers in 2023, marked by an unprecedented spring drought and autumn storms that disrupted grape harvests across the country. We caught up with some Caballeros and … Continue reading Spanish Wine Vintage 2023: One of the most challenging in living memory

The Gran Orden was founded to recognise those in Spain and the UK who work to promote the best in Spanish wines in the UK. Our annual Investiture Dinner is a great opportunity to … Continue reading Dinner and drinks served at the Gran Orden de Caballeros del Vino 38th Investiture Dinner

For those of you who were not present at the 38th Investiture Dinner held at the Landmark Hotel, London on Thursday 29th June 2023, we publish the welcome speech by Sarah Jane Evans MW, … Continue reading Chairman’s welcome speech at the 38th Investiture Dinner

Last night saw the 38th Caballeros Investiture Dinner take place with its usual ebullience and flair at a new venue:  London’s stylish Landmark Hotel. Hosted by Chairperson of the Gran Orden de Caballeros de … Continue reading Jo Ahearne MW, Ferran Centelles & Jesús Madrazo welcomed as new members at the 38th Caballeros Investiture Dinner

The first UK trade tasting for the denomination de origin Toro took place in London last week and was co-hosted by GOCV chairwoman Sarah Jane Evans MW. READ MORE by THE DRINKS BUSINESS

Richard Bigg has been a staunch advocate of Spanish wine and food for years and at the forefront of innovating when it comes to the pushing the boundaries, opening the UK’s first Sherry bar … Continue reading Bigg in Spain

For those who could not make it to the 36th Investiture dinner we are publishing Sarah Jane Evans MW speech to toast and welcome the guests. Your Excellency, Chancellor, Vice Chancellor, New Caballeros, Caballeros, … Continue reading A first for the Caballeros…

Rose Murray Brown MW, respected wine writer in Scotland, was celebrating three modern Scottish wine pioneers – in her ‘Scottish Connections’ virtual tasting in November – include GOCV member Norrel Robertson MW.

During his visit to Jerez in October 2019, last year’s newly appointed Poet Laureate, Simon Armitage, choose his gift of Sherry and signed his own barrel. Following a few delays brought about by Covid-19 we are delighted to report that the wine has now been delivered to him.

The GOCV was delighted to support the update of the Student Study Guide materials on Spain for the new look 2020 WSET Diploma qualification.  GOCV member Philip Rowles explains ‘I’ve been the principal Diploma … Continue reading GOCV supports the WSET Diploma

Recipe kindly provided by María José Sevilla, author of Delicioso: A History of Food in Spain (published 2020) and GOCV member. It was on a wine trip to Jerez de la Frontera, a long … Continue reading Recipe: Roast Chicken with Pine Kernels and Raisins

GOCV Trip report by WSET prize winners 2019

Download your copy of the official Wines from Spain Vintage Report 2019. Includes in-depth regional focuses, harvest figures and conditions, plus an overview of the whole country.

This latest blog from the GOCV delves into the past of the recently appointed Director at Foods & Wines from Spain for the UK, Fernando Muñoz Naranjo and explores what is in store for Spanish wines for 2020.

GOCV member and chair of the Wines from Spain Awards, Tim Atkin MW introduces this year’s competition and hosts the annual ceremony and tasting at the Spanish Embassy in London. “Judging the Wines from … Continue reading Wines from Spain Awards