On November 5, the event “Wines from Spain: Unique Wines from Ciudad Real” was held in Vietnam, marking the first time that the organizers of FENAVIN - the Spanish Wine Fair - introduced 12 typical wine producers from the La Mancha region. This is the first step to connect the Vietnamese wine market with producers in Spain, especially the Ciudad Real region, where many unique wines are produced. The event was attended by Mr. Miguel Ángel Valverde Menchero, President of the Ciudad Real Provincial Council and President of FENAVIN Fair, and Ms. Sonia González Martínez, Vice President of Ciudad Real Province.
Vietnam market – Strategic destination for Spanish wine
Vietnam is currently the fourth largest wine consumer market in Southeast Asia, with an estimated size of 382.2 million USD from 2024 to 2029, with an annual growth rate of 11.5% (according to Strategy Helix Group). The development of the middle class and the consumption trend of young people have created great opportunities for imported and high-end wines, including Spanish wines. Mr. Miguel Ángel Valverde Menchero commented that the Vietnamese wine market has strong competition with French, Italian, Chilean, and Australian wines, which are familiar to consumers. However, with its diversity, outstanding quality, and reasonable prices, he believes that Spanish wines will gradually dominate this market.
Producers from Ciudad Real introduce their wines to Vietnamese importers and buyers.
FENAVIN – Spain's leading wine fair
An importer in Vietnam tastes wine.
FENAVIN offers a variety of exciting activities such as wine tasting, discovering new trends and participating in seminars led by leading experts. FENAVIN 2025 is expected to take place from May 6 to 8, 2025 in Ciudad Real, with an area of 29,340 m² and more than 2,000 participating producers, attracting about 15,000 domestic buyers and 4,000 international buyers. Highlights of the fair include an information search system, a “Contact with…” program to support connecting buyers and sellers, a wine showroom, and a shopping center that provides a variety of services for participating units.
Senior leaders of Ciudad Real province took a commemorative photo at the event.
Discover Ciudad Real – The land of Spanish identity
Ciudad Real is one of the largest wine-producing regions in Spain, accounting for 25% of the national production. With a Mediterranean climate and diverse soils ranging from limestone, clay to volcanic soil, this place produces unique wines with strong regional characteristics. Grape varieties in Ciudad Real are highly adaptable to the soil and climate, creating richness and diversity in each wine line. Many wine producers here are also DO (Denominación de Origen) certified, affirming the quality and reliability of the product.
Mr. Miguel Ángel Valverde Menchero - President of the Provincial Council of Ciudad Real, President of the FENAVIN Wine Fair visited 12 wine producers from Ciudad Real
12 special wines from Ciudad Real will be introduced at the event in Vietnam including Santa Catalina, Montalvo Wilmot, Yuntero, Virgen de las Viñas, Allozo - Centro Españolas, Cañaveras, Félix Solís, Bodegas Romero de Ávila, Vinícola de Castilla, Finca El Refugio, Vega Demara, and El Progreso.
Mr. Miguel Ángel Valverde Menchero - President of the Ciudad Real Provincial Council, President of the FENAVIN Wine Fair (center) and Ms. Sonia González Martínez - Vice President of Ciudad Real at the press conference
Castilla La Mancha - The world's largest vineyard and wine heritage
Castilla La Mancha is not only famous for the stories of Don Quixote but also the largest wine production center in Europe. Possessing a diverse terrain, the vineyards here are often located at an altitude of 500 - 700m, creating fresh and famous wines. Castilla La Mancha gathers about 20,000 grape growers and 300 DO-certified factories, ensuring that each bottle of wine meets strict standards.
During the event “Wines from Spain: Unique Wines from Ciudad Real,” attendees will have the opportunity to explore and enjoy wines from the “largest vineyard in the world” – Castilla La Mancha. This is an opportunity to explore and learn more about the Spanish wine heritage through quality products that reflect the tradition and passion of the Spanish people.
