Learn about the history of buying Canarian wines online

Although they are part of our territory, the Canary Islands go unnoticed by many Spaniards. However, this is different for those who want to buy Canarian wines online in search of new flavors. We dedicate this article to them, so that the history behind these peculiar wines is never left behind.

Have you ever heard of the phylloxera plague? The most expert and knowledgeable on the subject of wine will know that this was one of the worst plagues that ended the production of vineyards in almost the entire world. Luckily for those interested in buying Canarian wines online, this plague did not reach the Canary Islands, so you can find many different varieties that have disappeared in any other part of the planet. Specifically, some 135 varieties have been genetically identified, among which the slimy, listán, vijariego and, above all, the volcanic malvasia stand out above all.

It is not difficult to guess that the terrain in the Canary Islands is very different from what we are used to, especially considering its proximity to volcanic terrain. Thus, its land is full of different materials that, with different cultivation techniques, manage to bring out the best flavors for those who want to buy Canarian wines online. Among the most outstanding cultivation techniques are those of cordon or those of hole. The latter totally change the landscape we are used to when it comes to grape production.

What types of Canarian wines can you buy online?

Currently, together with the dozens of varieties that exist, the Canary Islands have no more and no less than eleven denominations of origin throughout their territory. And as if this were not enough, only Tenerife has five of these eleven, among which you can find: Ycoden-Daute-Isora, Abona, Valle de Güfmar, Tacoronte-Acentejo and Valle de la Orotova.

Also, if you are one of those who wants to buy Canarian wines online, you will be interested to know that a new unique regional brand has recently come to light: The Canary Wine, or Canary Islands Protected Designation of Origin. This was created with the intention of making this type of wine known globally, promoting its commercialization throughout the world. This is a good way to associate good wine with a tourist destination like the Canary Islands.

Next, we propose three options to buy Canarian wine online from the best wineries:

• Diego 2018 from Tisalaya: Diego, or vijariego, is a variety that spent a long time in oblivion, in the shadow of the volcanic Malvasia. Without a doubt, one of the best flavors available in our online store.
• Tisalaya’s La Vegueta 2018: A white wine with 50% Diego and another 50% volcanic Malvasia. A great combination that will leave those who decide to buy Canarian wines online speechless.
• Aromatic Malvasía Naturalmente Dulce 2017 from Llanos Negros: A great Canarian wine with a long journey, as it is harvested when the grapes are almost raisined. It has a perfectly balanced aromatic and flavor complexity.