Looking for the best Alicante wine tasting during your holiday?
While staying at Villa Balea in Ciudad Quesada (Costa Blanca South), take the opportunity to explore the rich Alicante wine region, local bodegas, Spanish tapas culture, and the famous Ruta del Vino de Alicante. Whether you prefer a relaxed wine tasting at home, a visit to a local vinoteca in Ciudad Quesada, or a scenic winery tour in Alicante province, there are wonderful options to suit every taste and budget.
Discover Alicante’s Wine Heritage (Denominación de Origen Alicante)
Alicante’s wine tradition spans over 3,000 years, influenced by Iberians, Romans and Moors. Since 1932, the region has held official DO (Denominación de Origen) status.
What Makes Alicante Wines Unique?
The Mediterranean climate , warm sunshine and sea breezes create balanced wines. There are dual terroirs in Alicante province. What to look for
- Fondillón wine – A historic, naturally oxidized wine made from overripe Monastrell grapes.
- Monastrell grape – Produces powerful red wines with deep fruit and Mediterranean character.
- Vinalopó Valley – robust red wines
- Marina Alta – fresh white wines
Wine Tasting at home, a simple and Enjoyable Costa Blanca Holiday Tip
You can easily organize a perfect Mediterranean wine & tapas evening at Villa Balea. You don’t need to travel far to enjoy great Spanish red wine, white wine or rosé. Just visit a well-stocked supermarket near Villa Balea are : Carrefour, Aldi, Consum, Lidl and Mercadona.
All are located close to Ciudad Quesada, Rojales and Guardamar del Segura. Pick up 4–5 bottles (mix of Rioja, Monastrell, Verdejo, Rosado or Moscatel) and add classic Spanish tapas: Jamón Serrano, Manchego cheese, chorizo, olives, anchovies, fresh tomatoes and baguette.
Start locally, specialised Wine Shops in Ciudad Quesada & Rojales
If you are looking for wine tasting near Rojales, visit these local wine specialists:
• La Solera Vinoteca
• Triple Brew Deli
Other nearby wine shops worth exploring
If you have a car and would like to visit bodega or specialised wine store you could try to explore one of these shops:
- La Licorería, Guardamar del Segura
- Bodegas Vega Segura. Almoradi
- Bodega Rivera, Torrevieja
- Becker & Pina, Torrevieja
- Bodega EllaBella, Torrevieja
The good shops should carry wines from respected Alicante bodegas such as: Masos Vidal Balaguer, Bodegas y Viñedos El Sequé, Pepe Mendoza Casa Agricola, Bodegas Enrique Mendoza and Bodegas Bocopa
Winery Tours southern Alicante – Explore the Ruta del Vino
If you have a car, enjoy a wine tour in Alicante province along the Ruta del Vino de Alicante.Although Vega Baja is not a major wine-producing area, it forms part of the wider Alicante wine region. Nearby Wineries to Visit for a perfect day trip from Villa Balea, Ciudad Quesada are Bodegas Faelo (Elche / Elx) and Bodegas Vera.
Recommended Alicante Wines (Mid to Higher Budget)
If you are searching for best wines from Alicante Spain, consider:
Winery Approx Retail Price (€)
Bodegas Bocopa 8–18
Masos Vidal Balaguer 15–25
Bodegas Enrique Mendoza 18–28
Bodegas y Viñedos El Sequé 25–35
Pepe Mendoza Casa Agricola 24–48
Bodegas Xaló (Moscatel) 10–25
Aida i Luis Vinyaters 15–30
Casa Balaguer 10–25
Tolenes Centenarios (Fondillón) 60–150+
Budget Wine Tasting Alicante, Under €40
You can organise a fantastic budget wine tasting in Spain at Villa Balea using wines from Mercadona. Mercadona offers excellent value-for-money wines in Spain, including:
- Castillo de Liria
- Sol de Andalucía
- Casa de la Ermita
Shopping list example ( Mercadona
4–5 bottles of red wine (3–7 € each)
Total wine budget: €25–35
Tapas (Hacendado brand) such as Chorizo Sarta, Jamón Serrano or Ibérico, Manchego cheese, Anchovies, Tuna, Fresh tomatoes and baguettes
Total tapas budget: €15–20
A complete Costa Blanca wine & tapas evening for around €40–50 — simple, authentic and delicious.
If you are searching for private wine tasting on the Costa Blanca there are many vintecas, small bodegas, bars or restaurants offering wine and tapas, or wine and cheese. If you are in Alicante city there are several great wine places. But as mentioned above you can also find these places in Ciudad Quesada, Rojales and in Torrevieja. I recommend that you ask if they organize guided wine tasting or perhaps even private events. Find out which Alicante wineries they currently stock. The price per persons and what is included is also an important question. If you approach a specialized wine shop close to Villa Balea you can also ask if they prepare a home wine tasting packages and if they offer delivery to Villa Balea.