S14 Ep128: Vinos de La Vuelta | The wines of La Vuelta

As in previous years, we're celebrating the wines of La Vuelta via our partnership with DVine Cellars of London and their head selector of Riojas and Riberas, Greg Andrews. Here, Daniel Friebe and Greg discuss this year's selection. You can find details of the wines and how to order below. A warning for those not interested in wine: this podcast contains very little cycling chat!  

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DVine Cellars 2026 Vuelta wine selection
As always at the Grand Tours, we've teamed up with DVine Cellars of London to select a case of six wines produced close to the race route, for your enjoyment. UK listeners can buy the case here https://dvinecellars.com/products/cycling-podcast-la-vuelta-2026 . The wines are as follows: 

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