Canarian Wines Secure 57 Medals at International Wine and Spirits Competition

Canarian winemaking has cemented its place on the global stage following a standout performance at the 22nd International Wine and Spirits Competition (Cinve). The archipelago secured 57 awards—an increase of 16 from last year—marking a significant jump in quality. This achievement is particularly impressive given that the judging panel evaluated nearly 1,000 entries from major wine-producing nations, including France, Argentina, Germany, Greece, and Mexico.

Tenerife led the way for the region, taking home 21 Grand Gold, 29 Gold, and 7 Silver medals. The island’s success was most notable in the still white wine category, where the unique character of local grape varieties earned nine top honors. Winning producers included Gallo & Quíquere Wines, SAT Viticultores Comarca de Güímar, Sociedad Cooperativa Cumbres de Abona, Jottocar, and Bodegas Reverón.

The versatility of Tenerife’s wine production was on full display across other categories as well. Local wineries earned five Grand Golds for still reds, while also excelling in the rosé, sweet wine, sparkling, and vermouth categories. Notably, Alejandro Gallo Vermut Rojo Premium 2022 took home the only Grand Gold awarded in the vermouth segment.

The competition, which rigorously evaluates both technical quality and regional character, also awarded Gold Medals to a wide range of other island producers. In the white wine category, Afecan (El Lomo), Bodegas El Drago, Bodegas Conatvs, and Bodega La Haya were recognized. The red wine category saw success for Bodegas Marba, Bodegas Conatvs, Vinos y Viñedos Prunet, Winery Burgmann Tenerife, and Bodegas Onésima Pérez Rodríguez. Additional Gold Medals for rosé and sweet wines went to Bodegas Conatvs, Sociedad Cooperativa Cumbres de Abona, Jottocar, and Bodegas Reverón.

These results confirm that despite the challenges of island production, the Canarian wine sector is increasingly capturing the attention of international experts.