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Wine regions of Spain: Toro DO

Located in the western central part of Spain, Toro is a region with ancient roots. The Toro DO is located in the western central part of Spain, just south of Zamora. It has ancient roots with a documented history that traces back to the Roman Empire. The Toro DO is home to some of the world’s best Tempranillo wines. While most Spanish Tempranillos are aged in American oak barrels and display a fruit-forward profile, Toro wines behave more like their neighbors across the Portuguese border, boasting intense earthy flavors and being aged mostly in French oak. When it comes to… Read more