Taste of Spain: Six Wines to Discover on the Space Coast
Updated: Sep 23
Explore Spain through six bottles, right here on Florida’s Space Coast. At Zero Gravity Wine Bar in Cocoa Beach, Taste of Spain brings together lively Cava, expressive whites, Garnatxa, and two distinctive takes on Tempranillo. This guide to Spanish wine tasting includes food-pairing ideas and links to shop every bottle, whether you live in Brevard County or are visiting the coast.
Whether you join us for the tasting or discover this guide afterward, there is plenty to explore. Use it to find a new favorite, plan a Spanish-inspired dinner, or shop the featured wines online. Each bottle below links directly to our wine shop.
Six Spanish wines to get to know
There is no need to know every grape or region before you begin. Start with what you enjoy—bubbles, bright whites, juicy reds, or something rich and layered—and follow your curiosity.
Pere Ventura Primer Reserva Brut Cava
Penedès, Catalonia · A sparkling start
Fine bubbles, bright citrus, orange blossom, and a little almond and toast make this Cava an inviting place to begin. Made from Xarel·lo, Parellada, and Macabeo, it brings freshness with enough texture to keep things interesting. If sparkling wine is usually reserved for a celebration, this is a good reason to bring it to the dinner table.
Try it with tapas, charcuterie, or crisp tempura.
Cune Monopole Blanco Seco Rioja
Rioja · Discover the white-wine side
Rioja has a white-wine story, too. Monopole is made from Viura, with white-flower aromas and lively apple and tropical-fruit notes. Its smooth, balanced palate makes it an easy introduction to a grape that may be new to you. Taste it alongside the Albariño below and notice how differently the two whites express fruit and texture.
Try it with grilled fish, shellfish, or seafood paella.
La Val Arantei Albariño
Rías Baixas, Galicia · Freshness with texture
This single-vineyard Albariño comes from Finca Arantei beside the Miño River. Citrus, floral, fresh-herb, and mineral notes meet vibrant acidity, while time on fine lees adds a creamy dimension. It is a lovely pick for a seafood supper after a day in Cocoa Beach: refreshing, but with more texture than you might expect.
Try it with seafood, fresh cheeses, or a light rice dish.
Sindicat La Figuera Vi Sec Garnatxa Fina
Montsant · A mountain-grown red
Old-vine Garnatxa grown high in the Montsant mountains brings a different mood to the lineup. Think juicy red berries, floral notes, herbs, and a savory mineral finish. Medium-bodied and supported by fine tannins, this is a red to consider when you want plenty of character without a heavy feel.
Try it with mushroom pizza, grilled vegetables, or roast chicken.
Bela Ribera del Duero
Villalba de Duero · Tempranillo with spice
Bela offers a chance to get to know Tempranillo from Ribera del Duero. Fruit from high-altitude vineyards around Villalba de Duero gives this wine its starting point; currant, raspberry, and floral notes mingle with vanilla, clove, and sweet spice from French oak. Its fruit-driven finish makes it a compelling partner for a hearty meal.
Try it with grilled steak, braised beef, or aged cheese.
Cune Rioja Gran Reserva
Rioja Alta · A layered finish
To explore another expression of Tempranillo, turn to this Rioja Alta blend with Graciano and Mazuelo. Ripe fruit meets vanilla, toffee, and tobacco notes from extended oak aging, followed by a smooth, lingering finish. Compare it with Bela and ask yourself: do you prefer the fruit, the spice, or the way each wine feels on the palate?
Try it with roasted lamb, a hearty mushroom dish, or aged cheeses.
Bring a taste of Spain to your table
For a simple pairing night, choose a bottle and let dinner follow: Cava with small bites, one of the whites with seafood, or a red with mushrooms, roast chicken, or a slow-cooked dish. These are pairing ideas to try at home, so you can make the experience your own.
Want to compare styles? Monopole and Arantei make an interesting white-wine pairing, while Bela and Cune Gran Reserva offer two different perspectives on Tempranillo. Notice the aromas, texture, and finish. The most useful tasting note is the one that helps you choose what you enjoy.
Taste of Spain in Cocoa Beach: the event
The date for Taste of Spain is Friday, September 25, 2026, from 5–7 PM at Zero Gravity Wine Bar, 5360 N. Atlantic Ave, Unit HIG, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931. The guided tasting is presented by Michael Salzman, one of our distributor partners from Breakthru Beverage. Together, we’re bringing a little of Spain to Cocoa Beach through a lineup that invites you to explore different grapes, regions, and styles. Admission is $10 per person; participants must be 21 or older.
Reading before September 25? Visit the event page for details. Finding this guide after the date? Keep exploring through the six wine links above, or check our calendar for the next tasting in Cocoa Beach.
Explore wine tasting on Florida’s Space Coast
Looking for a wine tasting in Cocoa Beach or a new stop on your Space Coast visit? Zero Gravity Wine Bar welcomes curious wine lovers at 5360 N. Atlantic Ave, Unit HIG, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931. Start with the Spanish bottle that catches your attention, revisit a favorite from the tasting, or browse our upcoming events to plan your next visit.
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