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 Tacoronte-Acentejo Wine Route
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Asociación Ruta del Vino Tacoronte - Acentejo
Plaza
del Cristo
1
(Casa de la Cultura 1ª planta)
38350
Tacoronte (Tenerife)
Tel.:
+34 922564066
Fax.:
+34 922570775
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Below you will find a map featuring the main locations of interest on this wine route. Click on the map to enlarge.
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| |  Introduction | |  | | 
Visit the largest wine-producing area in the Canary Islands. A land of sun, volcanic earth and sea, where you can sample the wines bearing the Tacoronte–Acentejo Designation of Origin seal. The vineyards are located in Tenerife between 100 and 1000 metres above sea level. On your way along this route you can discover the island's cultural and historic heritage, its natural and scenic diversity, and you can also sample the typical Canarian cuisine.
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| | What will I find in the region? | | | | 
- The region has a wide range of beaches: these include the Prix, the Rincón and the Arena. All these beaches offer the chance to enjoy the sun and to practice water sports.
- Visit the stately homes and the historic centre of San Cristóbal de la Laguna, which has been declared a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO. - Discover the cultural and historic heritage of Tenerife, with a tour of the various sights in the area: the shrine of San Antonio Abad (La Matanza de Acentejo), the church of Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación (La Victoria de Acentejo), the church of San Pedro Apóstol (El Sauzal), and the Monument to the Canarian Struggle (Tegueste) are some interesting examples. - Go on an excursion to discover the Teide National Park, declared a World Heritage site by the UNESCO. - Enjoy a round of golf in the Real Club de Tenerife in Tacoronte or explore the region by walking its system of footpaths. - The numerous local festivities that you can enjoy include the traditional Religious Procession of San Benito Abad. This is festival of interest to tourists which is held in July every year in San Cristóbal de la Laguna. - Savour the typical dishes of traditional Canarian cuisine. More information at any of the tourist offices. |
| | Wine towns | | | |  Tacoronte, the starting point, Tegueste, El Sauzal, San Cristóbal de la Laguna, La Matanza de Acentejo and La Victoria de Acentejo are some of the towns that you will find on your route. Along the way you will have the chance to visit everything from large vineyards to smaller family-run businesses; from those which still use the more traditional wine-making methods to those which are equipped with the latest technology. Enjoy new experiences in the perfect surroundings, amid vineyards which will tempt you to discover the delights of wine-tasting combined with tourism. Use the map on this page to see all the destinations that form part of the Wine Route.
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| | What are the wines like? | | | | 
Produced with natural ingredients in an area of volcanic soil located by the sea in a varied and stable climate. The Tacoronte–Acentejo Designation of Origin comprises mostly red wines. These wines are young and fresh-tasting with new and fruity aromas. On the palate they are fragrant, potent and very resonant. The whites, on the other hand, have an intense, fruity aroma and are harmonious and balanced on the palate. They are made mainly from the Listán Blanco, Malvasía, Gual Moscatel and Verdello varieties.
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