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EPISODE · Mar 4, 2026 · 16 MIN

A Surprise-Filled Escape to Spanish Wine Country -Karin Avila

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While Three Kings Day interrupted Karin Avila's trip to Peñafiel in Spain, the warmth and generosity of the locals turned it into a delightful surprise. In this small town of just over 5000 people, surrounded by wineries, they did everything from descending into centuries-old underground cellars to touring a multi-generational family-run winery, and an unforgettable tasting in nearby San Bernardo. Town: Peñafiel (pop. 5,000+) Wine region: Ribera del Duero Name of store (where we met José): Sala de Catas Del Terroir a la Copa (Tasting Room From Terroir to the Glass) https://saladecatas.com/ Accommodation: Las Claras Hotel & Spa (former 17th century convent) Winery where we did the tasting: Baden Numen in the village of San Bernardo (pop. 195) General website for wine region: https://rutadelvinoriberadelduero.es/en/inicio/ Phopto: Karin, Robert and Jose

While Three Kings Day interrupted Karin Avila's trip to Peñafiel in Spain, the warmth and generosity of the locals turned it into a delightful surprise. In this small town of just over 5000 people, surrounded by wineries, they did everything from descending into centuries-old underground cellars to touring a multi-generational family-run winery, and an unforgettable tasting in nearby San Bernardo. Town: Peñafiel (pop. 5,000+) Wine region: Ribera del Duero Name of store (where we met José): Sala de Catas Del Terroir a la Copa (Tasting Room From Terroir to the Glass) https://saladecatas.com/ Accommodation: Las Claras Hotel & Spa (former 17th century convent) Winery where we did the tasting: Baden Numen in the village of San Bernardo (pop. 195) General website for wine region: https://rutadelvinoriberadelduero.es/en/inicio/ Phopto: Karin, Robert and Jose

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