Situated in the northwest of Spain, Castilla y León is known as being the largest of Spain's administrative regions
Geographically, Castilla y León occupies the Meseta Central, a plateau in the northern expanse of the Iberian Peninsula. This strategic location determines the region's climate, manifesting in arid, hot, and dusty summers, an environment that is ideal for viticulture. The expansive vineyards, many lining the banks of the river Duero, stretching into Portugal, give the region its character in growing a large variety of grape and wines in many different winestyles.
This province's wine history goes back millennia, preceding even the arrival of the Romans. The name Castilla y León was derived from the gathering of historical territories that once comprised and lent their names to the ancient Leon and Castile, leading to the formation of the present-day Autonomous Region of Castilla y León.
In the latter part of the 20th century, there was a large shift in focus: in stead of quantity, winemakers put their efforts in making quality wines. It propelled the region in fast pace and assured its place among esteemed winemaking regions worldwide.
